Tools · Android
Image Compress & Resize Tool
Compress, resize and crop photos fast, ready to share to WhatsApp or Facebook
Shrink photo file sizes fast, without losing quality where it matters
Image Compress & Resize Tool reduces photo file sizes, resizes dimensions, and crops images quickly — built for the everyday problem of a photo being too large to upload, email, or fit a form's file-size limit. Compressed and resized images can be shared straight to WhatsApp, Facebook, email or any other app, without needing a separate editing tool first.
Key features
- ✓Fast photo compression with adjustable quality
- ✓Resize images to exact dimensions or a target file size
- ✓Crop images before or after resizing
- ✓Direct sharing to WhatsApp, Facebook and other apps
- ✓Batch-friendly workflow for handling several photos quickly
- ✓Clean, simple interface — no clutter
- ✓Lightweight app with a small install size
- ✓No account or sign-up required
Ready to try Image Compress & Resize Tool?
Free to download on the Google Play Store.
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Read article →Frequently asked questions
Can I compress a photo to a specific target file size?+
Yes, you can adjust compression to bring a photo's file size down to fit a specific limit, such as for an upload form.
Does resizing reduce image quality?+
Resizing and compression involve a trade-off between file size and quality — the app lets you adjust the level to find a balance that keeps important detail readable.
Can I share the result directly from the app?+
Yes, compressed and resized images can be shared directly to WhatsApp, Facebook, email and other apps.
Is the app free?+
Yes, Image Compress & Resize Tool is free to download from the Google Play Store.