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TinyPNG

Compress a batch of photos quickly. Tested by us — files are uploaded.

Visit official site ↗Compress an image →

Our take: the quickest way to shrink a batch of photos, but files go to its servers. For private images, Squoosh is safer.

  • ✓ No sign-up — verified
  • ✓ PNG about 76% smaller — verified
  • ! Uploads to server — verified
  • Free: 20 images, 5 MB each (official)
  • ? China access — not tested yet

Our test

Tested 27 Sep 2026 · Chrome desktop · synthetic test images: 2000×1400 PNG 494 KB and 3000×2000 JPG 3.88 MB (same image used for Squoosh and iLoveIMG)

PNG result117 KB −76%
JPEG result (same image as Squoosh)868 KB −78%
Upload to serverYes

How we checked privacy: we watched the browser network log while compressing. The image was sent to TinyPNG servers (/backend/opt/store) and the result was returned from there. The operator says uploaded files are kept for up to 48 hours.

Data sheet

Every row shows how we know it

Free limitUp to 20 images at once, 5 MB each; 3 free format conversions Official
Sign-upNot required Tested
File processingUploaded to TinyPNG servers Tested
File retentionDeleted after up to 48 hours Official
FormatsPNG, JPEG, WebP, AVIF Official
Access from China— Not tested

When to use it

Shrinking several photos for a blog, shop or social post without installing anything.

Before you use it

Images are uploaded to its servers, so use an on-device tool such as Squoosh for IDs or private photos.

How to use it

  1. Open tinypng.com (no account needed).
  2. Drag images onto the page or click to choose them — up to 20 at once.
  3. After a few seconds the savings appear; click Download.

Open TinyPNG ↗

Alternatives

  • Squoosh — one at a time, no uploadOn-device
  • iLoveIMG — batch compress + resizeUploads to server

Guide: How to compress images: choose a tool for the job

Last verified 27 Sep 2026 · Found something outdated? Tell us. · Official pricing

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