IMAGE, WITH A LIGHTER TOUCH
Reduce image size in KB
When an upload form gives a file-size limit, enter that number under More control. Still searches quality first and scales dimensions down only if needed to get closer to the target.
01 · YOUR IMAGE
The workspace
Bring a photo in
Drop an image here, or browse files
JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP or WebP · Up to 40 MB each
MADE TO FEEL SIMPLE
How to resize an image in three steps
Choose your image
Browse or drop in a JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP or WebP file.
Set a size or format
Choose pixels, a KB target, a file type or a print size.
Preview and save
Compare the real output, then download it to your device.
A PRACTICAL GUIDE
Use the image tool above
When an upload form gives a file-size limit, enter that number under More control. Still searches quality first and scales dimensions down only if needed to get closer to the target.
What to check before you save
A target is a ceiling to work toward, not a promise that every source can meet it without visible change. Very detailed images or lossless PNG output may need smaller dimensions. Check both the final file size and the form’s pixel requirements.
Three quick steps
- Choose the image from your device; the browser reads it locally.
- Set the required dimensions, output format and optional file-size target.
- Review the actual encoded file size and preview, then download a separate copy.
Keep the source requirement in view
Upload forms and publishing platforms can ask for several things at once: pixel width and height, a maximum file size, a format, a crop or print resolution. Satisfy each requirement independently. Still shows measured bytes and output dimensions, but the receiving service’s current instructions decide whether a file is accepted.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Frequently asked questions
How do I reduce a photo to a specific KB size?
Open the image, expand More control, enter the requested KB target, and wait for the encoded result. The displayed size comes from the real file.
Can a PNG reach any KB target?
PNG uses lossless encoding. If quality changes do not reduce it enough, the tool scales the image dimensions down.
What if the target cannot be reached?
Still keeps the closest encoded result it can make and explains that the target was not met. You can try a smaller target frame or another format.
What should I check after reduce image size in kb?
Review the preview, dimensions, output format and measured file size. Confirm that they match the receiving service’s current instructions.