Compress JPG to 20 KB
Shrink photos and pictures to under 20 KB. Free, private, and nothing is uploaded.
1 Drop the picture. The format and size goal on this page are already chosen.2 The browser encodes a new file. The original on disk is not overwritten.3 Read the status line for the size you got, then look at the subject before you send it.
About this tool
This page keeps the output as JPEG and aims at 20 KB, which forces a small pixel size. Use it for a thumbnail you will never zoom. A JPEG of a page of text will not stay sharp. If you needed PNG, use the PNG page instead.
Compress JPG to 20 KB is processed entirely on your device. Your original file remains untouched, and nothing is ever uploaded to a server or saved in the cloud.
- No upload: the pixels never go to an image host.
- Speed: processing happens instantly on your device with no upload or download delays.
- Quality: you can check your file before saving, and the original remains unchanged.
FAQ
Does “Compress JPG to 20 KB” upload my file?
Compress JPG to 20 KB processes your file locally in this browser tab. There is no upload step and no account required.
What will “Compress JPG to 20 KB” actually change?
Compress JPG to 20 KB writes a new file. JPEG and WebP can lose detail on purpose. PNG gets smaller by having fewer pixels.
When is “Compress JPG to 20 KB” the wrong job?
Skip Compress JPG to 20 KB when you still need the camera original for print or for an edit you have not done.
How do I check the result of “Compress JPG to 20 KB”?
Open the Compress JPG to 20 KB download beside the original. Ringing edges mean you should use a larger target.
Can I run “Compress JPG to 20 KB” with Wi-Fi off?
You can turn off Wi-Fi after loading this page and Compress JPG to 20 KB still works completely offline.
Compress ImageImages to PDFCompress PDFPNG to JPGJPG to WebPWebP to JPG
Compress ImageCompress image to 1 MBCompress JPG to 50 KB
Best image format for the webHow to shrink photos for applicationsCompress images for email
Last updated 2026-09-27.