How to Compress PNG Images?
- Upload your PNG: Click upload or drag and drop your PNG file.
- Set compression level: Adjust quality - PNG compression preserves transparency.
- Preview the result: Check file size reduction before downloading.
- Download: Get your compressed PNG with transparency intact.
Why Compress PNG Files?
PNG files are larger than JPGs because they support transparency and lossless compression. Compressing PNG files helps:
- Reduce website loading times for graphics and logos
- Optimize images while keeping transparent backgrounds
- Save storage space without losing image quality
- Speed up file transfers and uploads
PNG vs JPG: When to Use PNG
Choose PNG format when you need:
- Transparency: Logos, icons, graphics with transparent backgrounds
- Sharp edges: Text, line art, screenshots
- Lossless quality: When you can't afford any quality loss
PNG Compression Tips
- PNG compression is lossless - quality is preserved
- For photos without transparency, consider converting to JPG
- Use PNG-8 for simple graphics, PNG-24 for complex images
- Remove unnecessary metadata to reduce file size