Guide

Make Image Smaller for Upload

When a website rejects an image because the file is too large, the quickest fix is to reduce file size before uploading again.

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The quickest way to do this task on this site is to use Compress Image.

Open Compress Image

Steps

  1. 1.Open the Compress Image tool.
  2. 2.Upload the image that is too large.
  3. 3.Download the smaller version.
  4. 4.If needed, resize the image too before trying the upload again.

FAQ

Should I compress or resize first?

Compression is usually the fastest first step. If the file is still too large, resizing can help further.

Will this work for phone photos?

Yes. Large phone photos are a common reason people need to make an image smaller for upload.

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