Compress image to 20 KB

Get a photo under 20 KB, the limit often set for signature and photo uploads on exam and government forms. The tool picks the highest quality that fits and only shrinks the dimensions if it has to, so the result stays as clear as possible.

Drop an image here

or paste with Ctrl/⌘+V

Runs in your browser. Your image never leaves your device.

How it works

  1. Drop a JPG, PNG or WebP.
  2. It compresses to just under 20 KB straight away.
  3. Download the JPG.

Questions

How do I make a photo smaller than 20 KB?

Drop it here. The tool lowers the JPG quality step by step until the file is under 20 KB, and reduces the dimensions only if quality alone is not enough.

Why is the result a JPG?

Forms almost always accept JPG, and JPG gives the smallest files for photos. Transparent areas become white.

Is my photo uploaded?

No. Everything runs in your browser, so ID photos and signatures stay on your device.

Need the background gone too?

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