Why Compress Images?

Large image files can significantly slow down your website's loading speed. Compressing images reduces their file size, leading to faster load times and a better user experience.

Lossy vs. Lossless

Lossy compression (like JPEG) permanently removes some data from the file, which can result in a much smaller file size but also a loss of quality. Lossless compression (like PNG) reduces file size without any loss of quality, but the size reduction is not as significant.

Best Practices

For photographs, JPEG is usually the best format. For graphics with sharp lines and text, PNG is often a better choice. Use our tool to experiment with different quality levels to find the best result for your needs.