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Compress PNG Images

Reduce PNG file size for faster loading

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JPEG, PNG, WebP supported

Quality: 80%
Output:

Processed in your browser during compression

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Upload an image, adjust quality, and hit Compress.

PNG files are essential for images that need transparency, sharp text, logos, and graphics with clean edges. The downside? PNGs can be massive. A simple screenshot might weigh 2-5MB, and a high-resolution graphic with transparency can easily hit 10MB+. These bloated file sizes kill page performance, especially on mobile devices where bandwidth is limited and every kilobyte counts.

Coda One's PNG compressor works directly in your browser to reduce PNG file sizes. Since PNG is a lossless format, the compression approach differs from JPG — you can choose to keep the PNG format (which preserves transparency) or convert to WebP for even smaller files. For the best compression ratio, switch the output to WebP or JPEG if your image doesn't need transparency. The quality slider affects the output when converting to lossy formats.

This tool runs in your browser during compression. Your PNG files are processed locally and are not uploaded to our servers during compression. Whether you're optimizing screenshots for documentation, compressing UI assets for a web app, or reducing the size of graphics for email, the compressor gives you a direct-use workflow. Drop your PNG and compress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I compress a PNG without losing transparency?
Yes. Keep the output format set to "Auto" or "PNG" and transparency is preserved. If you switch the output to JPEG, transparency will be replaced with a white background since JPEG doesn't support transparency.
Why are PNG files so much larger than JPGs?
PNG uses lossless compression, meaning every single pixel is preserved exactly. JPG uses lossy compression, discarding visual information the human eye barely notices. For photographs, JPG is almost always better. For graphics, logos, and images with transparency, PNG is the right choice.
Should I convert my PNG to WebP for better compression?
If your use case supports WebP (most modern browsers do), converting PNG to WebP can reduce file size by 25-35% while maintaining quality and transparency. Select "WebP" as the output format to try this. Check browser support if you need to support older browsers.
How does the quality slider work with PNG output?
When outputting as PNG, the quality slider has minimal effect because PNG is lossless. The slider primarily affects lossy formats like JPEG and WebP. To significantly reduce PNG size, consider converting to WebP or JPEG if transparency isn't needed.
Is there a limit on PNG file size or dimensions?
There's no hard limit since processing happens in your browser. However, very large PNGs (50MB+ or 10,000+ pixels wide) may be slow depending on your device's memory and processing power. Most PNGs under 20MB compress in under 2 seconds.
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