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Image Compressor Free

Compress images for WhatsApp, government forms, Aadhaar and more in seconds.

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Image Compressor
JPG · PNG · WebP supported  ·  Files never leave your browser
Drop images here or click to upload
Compress up to 10 images at once · Exact KB sizes
Quick Presets
Compress to Exact KB - For Govt Forms
Quality 80%
Output Format
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Compress photo for any govt exam

Click any exam to auto-set the exact photo requirements for that form

SSC CGL / CHSL / MTS
Photo: captured live in the form
Signature: 10–20KB - JPG format
Set 20KB Preset
UPSC Civil Services
Photo: 20KB–200KB
JPG format only
Set 50KB Preset
NEET UG / PG
Photo: 10KB–200KB
JPG format
Set 200KB Preset
IBPS PO / Clerk / SBI
Photo: 200×230px
Max 50KB - JPEG format
Set 50KB Preset
Aadhaar / UIDAI Portal
Documents: Max 2MB
Compressed: 100KB safe
Set 100KB Preset
RRB NTPC / Group D
Photo: 20KB–50KB
JPG format
Set 50KB Preset
Signature - All Exams
IBPS: 140×60px · SSC: 6×2 cm
10–20KB - JPEG
Set 20KB Preset
JEE Main / Advanced
Photo: 10KB–200KB
JPG format
Set 200KB Preset

Limits change every year. Always check the latest official notification before you upload.

How to reduce image size for govt forms - step by step

1
Upload your passport photo or signature image
2
Click the KB preset for your exam (20KB, 50KB, 100KB or 200KB)
3
Click Compress and download your file
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Image Compressor - Free Online for Indians

ToolsFlow's free image compressor reduces your photo or image file size instantly for WhatsApp, email, government portals and exam applications.

All compression happens in your browser - your image never leaves your device. 100% private and free.

How to compress image for WhatsApp

WhatsApp re-compresses your photos when you send them, making them blurry. Pre-compressing first keeps quality in your hands.

Upload your image, select WhatsApp preset (60% quality), and download. Your photo will arrive sharper on the other end - even on slow Jio connections.

How to compress image for government portals

Indian government portals like SSC, UPSC, IBPS, NEET, Aadhaar and state government websites require photos under strict size limits - often 20KB, 50KB or 100KB.

Select the exact KB preset for your exam and compress in one click.

Why your images are 100% safe

Unlike most image compressors that upload your files to their servers, we process everything in your browser using JavaScript.

Your Aadhaar card, PAN card, marksheets and personal photos never leave your device and are never stored anywhere.

The moment you close the tab, everything is gone.

Which KB size should you choose?

SizeUse it for
20KBSignatures for SSC, IBPS and most exam forms (usually 10–20KB)
50KBExam photos for UPSC, IBPS, RRB and bank forms
100KBAadhaar, PAN and document uploads, or a WhatsApp image as a JPG under 100KB
200KBNEET and JEE photos, college admission forms
500KBEmail attachments and WhatsApp Business product photos

Why is my photo still too big for the form?

A photo straight from a phone camera has millions of pixels, so lowering quality alone can't always bring it down to 20KB or 50KB.

When you pick a KB size, ToolsFlow also reduces the photo's dimensions as much as needed, and always saves a file just under your limit.

The final size and dimensions are shown before you download. Need passport size or exact pixels too? Use the passport size photo resizer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I compress an image for WhatsApp without losing quality? +

Use the WhatsApp preset (60% quality). Upload your image, click the WhatsApp preset and download.

This keeps images sharp even after WhatsApp's own compression on sending.

How do I compress an image to 50KB for SSC or UPSC forms? +

Upload your photo and click the 50KB preset in the Govt Forms section.

The tool compresses it to just under 50KB, which fits the photo limit for UPSC, IBPS, RRB and most government exams.

SSC now captures your photo live inside its application form, so for SSC you only upload your signature (10–20KB) - use the 20KB preset or the Signature Resizer for that.

Why do government portals reject photo uploads? +

Most Indian government portals have strict file size limits - often 20KB, 50KB or 100KB.

Phone cameras produce images of 2–8MB which far exceed these limits. Use our govt exam presets to match the exact size required.

Can I compress Aadhaar or PAN card images safely? +

Yes, completely safe. All processing happens in your browser - your documents never leave your device.

Your Aadhaar, PAN card and personal photos are completely private. Not even our team can see them.

What image formats are supported? +
JPG, JPEG, PNG and WebP. You can also convert between formats - compress PNG and save as JPG for much smaller file sizes.
Can I compress multiple images at once? +
Yes. Upload up to 10 images at once, set your target size, compress all and download in one click.
What is the best image size for WhatsApp in India? +

For regular photos, keep under 1MB. For documents or ID cards, 200–500KB is ideal.

For WhatsApp Business product images, 500KB gives the best balance of quality and loading speed on Jio 4G.

How do I convert a WhatsApp image to JPG under 100KB? +

Save the photo from the WhatsApp chat to your gallery, upload it here and tap the 100KB button.

The tool saves it as a .jpg file under 100KB, ready for any form or portal.

Why is my compressed photo slightly smaller than the KB I picked? +

Portals reject a file that is even 1 byte over the limit, so the tool always stays just under your target.

If a form also has a minimum size (for example 20KB to 50KB), pick the larger number, 50KB.

Is this image compressor free? Do I need to install an app? +
It is completely free with no signup and no app. It works in Chrome or Safari on your phone and on any computer.

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