Upload forms love rules like "photo must be under 100 KB" or "maximum 2 MB". Guessing quality settings until you land under the limit is slow. A target-size tool does the math for you.
When you need an exact size
Government portals, job applications, exam registrations, and visa forms almost always set a hard ceiling on file size, and sometimes a floor too. Social platforms and email clients have their own caps. Hitting the number on the first try saves real frustration.
How to compress to a target size
- Open Compress to Specific KB/MB.
- Add your image. It is processed in the browser, so it never leaves your device.
- Type the target, for example 200 KB or 2 MB.
- Download the result. The tool adjusts quality and dimensions to land at or under your number.
Tips for staying under a strict limit
- If the photo still looks soft after compression, reduce the pixel dimensions first with the Resize Image tool. Fewer pixels means more room for quality.
- Switch to WebP when the form allows it. You get the same target size at higher visual quality.
- Crop out empty background before compressing. Less content compresses cleaner.
Common limits to remember
Passport and ID photo uploads often want 20 KB to 200 KB. Many job portals cap resumes-with-photo around 1 MB. Email providers usually allow 20 MB to 25 MB total, but smaller is friendlier for the recipient.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make an image exactly 200 KB?
Open the Compress to Specific KB tool, set the target to 200 KB, and download. If quality drops too far, resize the image smaller first so the compressor has more room.
Can I compress a JPG to under 100 KB without it looking bad?
Yes, especially if you also reduce the pixel dimensions. A smaller image at 100 KB looks far sharper than a huge one squeezed to the same size.
Does the file get uploaded anywhere?
No. The compression runs in your browser on your device, so the image stays private.