Question 1

Does my image upload to a server?

Accepted Answer

No. All processing happens entirely in your browser using standard web APIs (Canvas, File API, Blob). Your images never leave your device, are never stored on our servers, and no image data is transmitted over the network.

Question 2

What formats are supported?

Accepted Answer

JPG/JPEG, PNG, and WebP for both input and output. Other formats (HEIC, AVIF, SVG, TIFF, etc.) are not currently supported. If you have an unsupported format, convert it first using another tool.

Question 3

Can I make an image smaller than 100 KB?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the Compress tool with "Target KB" mode and enter your desired size (e.g., 100). The tool uses binary search to find the quality setting that gets as close as possible to your target without going over.

Question 4

Can I set exact dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In the Resize tool, choose "Exact" mode and enter the width and height in pixels. You can lock or unlock aspect ratio. Presets for common sizes (600×600, 1080×1080, 1200×628, etc.) are also available.

Question 5

Can I convert PNG to JPG?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When converting a PNG with transparency to JPG, the tool will prompt you to choose a background color (white by default) since JPG does not support transparency. You can also choose a custom color.

Question 6

Can I remove metadata?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Metadata tool can remove EXIF data and other metadata where the browser encoder allows it. However, complete metadata removal cannot be guaranteed because browser image encoders may preserve some metadata. For maximum privacy, use a dedicated metadata stripper before uploading.

Question 7

Can I preserve transparency?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Choose PNG or WebP as the output format to keep transparency. JPG does not support transparency — if you convert a transparent image to JPG, you must select a background color.

Question 8

Can I prepare an image for printing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the Resize tool to set the pixel dimensions a print needs. For example, a 4×6 inch print at 300 DPI needs 1200×1800 pixels. Work out the pixels first (inches × DPI), enter them as exact dimensions, and the tool will scale the image to match.

Question 9

What happens if the requirements are impossible?

Accepted Answer

The tool will show exactly which requirements cannot be met and why. For example, if you request a 100 KB JPG but the image complexity requires at least 150 KB even at minimum quality, it will tell you the minimum achievable size.

Question 10

Do I need an account?

Accepted Answer

No. No account, no login, no registration, no email required. Just open the site and start using it immediately.

Question 11

Is there a file size limit?

Accepted Answer

There is no explicit file size limit, but very large images (over 50 megapixels) may cause browser slowdown or memory issues. We recommend images under 20 MB for best performance.

Question 12

Can I undo changes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The workspace includes Undo and Redo buttons, plus a "Reset to Original" button that restores your uploaded image exactly as it was.

Question 13

Does this work offline?

Accepted Answer

After the initial page load, the core functionality works offline since all processing is browser-side. However, you need an internet connection to load the site initially.

Question 14

Why does my image look different after compression?

Accepted Answer

Lossy compression (JPG, WebP) discards some visual data to reduce file size. At very low quality settings or very small target sizes, artifacts may become visible. Use the "High Quality" or "Balanced" presets for better visual quality.

Question 15

Can I process multiple images at once?

Accepted Answer

Currently, the workspace processes one image at a time. For batch processing, you would need to upload and process each image individually. Batch processing may be added in a future version.

Question 16

Can I crop to a square or a fixed ratio?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Crop tool offers free cropping plus fixed ratios such as 1:1 (square), 4:5, 2:3, 16:9, 3:2 and 9:16, as well as an exact pixel size. Pick the ratio, choose which part of the picture to keep with the anchor position, then apply the crop. It crops to a rectangle; it does not cut a circular shape.

Question 17

Does removing metadata delete the photo location?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When the Metadata tool strips EXIF data, the GPS coordinates stored in it are removed along with the camera and timestamp fields, provided the browser encoder writes a file without them. Open the cleaned file again and re-check it if the location is sensitive, and keep in mind that some platforms add their own metadata on upload. This is a common reason to clean a photo before selling or listing an item online, since the original file can still carry the exact place it was taken.

Question 18

Can I add a white background to a product photo?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Background and Padding tool can fill behind an image with white or any colour, add padding around the edges, and draw a solid border. This is useful for product photos that need a clean, consistent backdrop before listing or printing.

Question 19

How do I check an image against a size or format rule?

Accepted Answer

Use the Requirement Solver to describe what the image is for, then use the Verify tool to check the result. It lists each requirement with the value you expected next to the value the image actually has, and marks each one as a pass or a fail so you can see what still needs fixing.

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