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How to Compress an Image Online (Free)

Reduce image file size without losing much quality. Single image or bulk. Ideal for web, email, or saving storage.

1. Choose Single image or Bulk (multiple images) in the Mode dropdown.
2. Upload your image(s)—JPEG, PNG, or WebP. In bulk mode you can select or drag multiple files.
3. Adjust quality: 85% is a good balance. Lower = smaller file, less quality.
4. Set max size in pixels (default 1920px) to resize large images.
5. Single: click "Compress & Download". Bulk: click "Compress & Download ZIP" to get a ZIP with all compressed images.

How to Resize and Crop an Image

Change dimensions or crop to a specific aspect ratio (e.g. 1:1 square, 16:9).

1. Upload your image.
2. Choose "Crop to aspect ratio" (optional): 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, etc.
3. Enter width and height (0 = auto).
4. Click "Resize & Download."

How to Convert Image Format (JPEG, PNG, WebP)

Convert between image formats. Useful for compatibility or smaller file sizes.

1. Upload your image.
2. Select target format: JPEG, PNG, or WebP.
3. Click "Convert & Download."

How to Remove Background from an Image

Remove the background and get a PNG with transparency. Great for product photos, portraits, logos.

1. Upload an image (photo, product image, etc.).
2. Click "Remove Background & Download."
3. Processing may take a few seconds. You get a PNG with transparency.

How to Merge PDF Files Online

Combine multiple PDFs into one document.

1. Upload two or more PDF files (drag and drop or click).
2. Drag files to reorder if needed.
3. Click "Merge & Download" to get one combined PDF.

How to Split a PDF into Separate Pages

Split one PDF into individual page files.

1. Upload a PDF file.
2. Click "Split & Download ZIP."
3. You get a ZIP file with one PDF per page.

How to Count Words and Characters

Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in your text.

1. Paste or type your text into the box.
2. Counts update automatically. See words, characters (with/without spaces), sentences, paragraphs.

How to Create a QR Code (Free)

Generate a QR code from any text or URL.

1. Enter your URL or text in the input field.
2. Choose size (64–512 px).
3. Click "Generate & Download" to save the QR code as PNG.

How to Convert HEIC to JPG (iPhone Photos)

Convert iPhone HEIC/HEIF photos to JPG for sharing or compatibility.

1. Upload your HEIC or HEIF file.
2. Click "Convert & Download."
3. You get a JPG file.

How to Base64 Encode or Decode

Encode text to Base64 or decode Base64 back to text.

1. Paste your text or Base64 string.
2. Click "Encode" or "Decode" as needed.
3. Result appears below. Copy or use as needed.

General Tips

• Privacy: Files are processed in real time and not stored. Full privacy policy →
• No signup: All tools work without creating an account.
• Formats: Most image tools support JPEG, PNG, and WebP. PDF tools support standard PDFs.
• File limits: Large files are supported (up to 1 GB). Very large files may take longer to process. Video tools may have format/codec limits.

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