🎯 Target Size Compressor

Compress images to a specific file size in KB. Perfect for meeting upload limits and file size requirements. Intelligent quality and resolution optimization!

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Drop images here or click to browse

Compress to your target size • Up to 15MB per file

.jpg.png.webp→ target KB

🔒 All processing happens locally in your browser. Your images never leave your device.

How Target Size Compression Works

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1. Upload Image

Select your image and set the target file size you want to achieve.

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2. Smart Compression

Algorithm automatically adjusts quality and resolution to reach your target size.

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3. Perfect Result

Download your image compressed to exactly the size you need.

Why Use Target Size Compression?

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Email Limits

Meet specific attachment size requirements for emails and forms

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Web Upload

Comply with website upload limits and restrictions

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Storage Control

Precisely control how much storage space your images use

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Smart Algorithm

Automatically balances quality and size for best results

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What is Target Size Image Compression?

Compression tool that attempts to compress images to your specified target file size while maintaining reasonable quality. The tool adjusts quality settings iteratively to approach your size requirements. Useful for situations where file size constraints are important, such as email attachments or storage management.

Ideal for email attachments, website uploads, and any situation where you need to meet specific file size requirements while maintaining the best possible image quality.

Features & Benefits

Precise Size Control

Specify your exact target file size in KB or MB, and our algorithm will iteratively adjust compression settings to hit that target within a small tolerance range.

Quality Preservation Algorithm

Compression logic that attempts to maintain reasonable visual quality while meeting size constraints, using quality adjustment techniques based on image characteristics.

Result Comparison

View compression results with before/after file size comparison and quality assessment to make informed decisions about your compression settings.

Format Optimization

Automatically suggests the best format (JPEG, PNG, WebP) to achieve your target size while preserving image characteristics like transparency when needed.

Batch Target Processing

Apply the same target size to multiple images simultaneously, perfect for creating consistent file sizes across image galleries or product catalogs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the target size compression?

The tool attempts to achieve target sizes within a reasonable range of your specified goal through iterative compression. Results may vary based on image content and compression limitations, especially for very small target sizes or complex images.

What happens if the target size is too small for the image?

If the target size is extremely small, the tool will compress as much as possible while warning you about potential quality loss. We'll show you the minimum achievable size for your image and suggest alternative approaches like resizing dimensions first.

Can I set different target sizes for different images?

Yes, when processing multiple images, you can set individual target sizes for each image, or apply the same target size to all images in the batch. This flexibility allows for customized optimization based on each image's intended use.

Does target size compression work with all image formats?

The tool works with JPEG, PNG, and WebP formats. However, PNG compression is limited by its lossless nature, so very aggressive target sizes may require format conversion to JPEG or WebP for better compression ratios.

How long does the iterative compression process take?

Processing time varies based on image size, complexity, and your device capabilities. Most typical images process within a reasonable time frame for the compression quality achieved.

Can I use this for preparing images for email attachments?

Absolutely! This tool is perfect for email attachments. Most email providers have size limits (like Gmail's 25MB), so you can set your target size accordingly. For typical email sharing, targeting 1-5MB per image usually provides good quality with fast sending.

How to Use Target Size Compression

Upload your images and specify target file size in KB or MB
Choose output format or let the tool suggest the optimal format
Review the compression preview and quality assessment
Download the precisely sized compressed images

Tip: If the tool can't reach your exact target size, it will get as close as possible while maintaining acceptable image quality. Very small target sizes may require significant quality reduction.