Compress Image to 500KB
Shrink photos under 500KB for resume portals, HR systems, and email-friendly sharing. Free, private, in your browser.
Need batch processing or bigger files? Download Compresso for folders, big videos, and offline compression.
500KB is the roomy end of upload limits: resume portals, HR systems, corporate directories, and email attachments that should not clog an inbox. A photo at 500KB looks essentially perfect on screen while uploading in a second.
Because the target is generous, the tool reaches it almost entirely through encoding quality, keeping your photo at full resolution in most cases. The result is verified under 500KB before you download it.
Like every Compresso web tool, this one runs in your browser and uploads nothing. The photo stays on your device from start to finish. For bulk work, the Compresso app for Mac and Windows compresses folders offline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 500KB limit used for?+
Resume and job application portals, HR and payroll systems, corporate directories, and any form that wants a clear photo without a multi-megabyte upload.
Will my photo keep its resolution?+
Usually, yes. 500KB is generous, so the tool typically hits it with quality adjustments alone and never touches the dimensions.
Is 500KB small enough for email?+
Yes. Several 500KB photos fit comfortably under the 25MB attachment limit on Gmail and Outlook, and they open instantly for the person receiving them.
Do you upload my photo?+
No. The compression runs in your browser tab and the file never leaves your device.
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