Guide

How to Compress Images for Web Performance

Learn how to compress images for faster websites and better Core Web Vitals using CodeStorms Tools.

Introduction

Introduction

Images are often the biggest bytes on a page. Compression reduces file size so pages load faster and metrics like LCP improve.

Step-by-step guide

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Step 1

Open the [Image Compressor](/tools/image-compressor).

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Step 2

Upload JPG/PNG/WebP.

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Step 3

Pick a preset (start with **web**).

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Step 4

Download optimized outputs.

Benefits

  • Faster websites
  • Better Core Web Vitals
  • Smaller page size

Best practices

  • Use **WebP** for modern browsers (keep JPG as fallback).
  • Resize oversized images before compressing.

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FAQ

Does image compression reduce quality?

Compression reduces file size. With a sensible quality setting the difference is usually not noticeable on the web.

What is the best format for web images?

WebP is a strong default for modern sites. Use JPG as a compatibility fallback when needed.