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Fast, Free & Easy Image Compressor to 500KB

Want to compress an image to 500KB without losing visual clarity? Our free online tool helps you shrink photo sizes to meet upload limits—no installation, no account, and no technical skills needed.

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icon Why compress image to 500KB?

JPEGs resized to 100KB are great for online applications, messaging platforms, and upload portals with mid-level size restrictions. You get smaller files without sacrificing readability or compatibility.

Use this tool to:

  • Upload JPEGs to portals or forms
  • Speed up email and chat delivery
  • Save device or cloud storage
  • Maintain quality in compact formats

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How to compress JPEG to 500KB?

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Upload your photo (JPG, PNG, etc.)
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Set 500KB as your target file size
3
Click to compress and download your resized image
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Discover the difference with PDFelement Image Compressor.

100% Online and Free

No downloads or registration required—use it from any browser on any device.

Maintain Quality at 500KB

Your images stay sharp, readable, and web-friendly even after compression.

Size Control, Made Easy

Enter your exact output size like 500KB for faster uploads and instant compatibility.

Bypass Platform File Limits

Forms and websites often restrict uploads to 500KB—this tool helps you stay under the cap with one click.

Simple Compression in One Step

Just upload, set the size, and compress—no cropping or editing required.

Works on All Devices

Use it on Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS without any app installation.

Your go-to online Image resizer.

Applications
Uploads
Attachments
Resize high-res photos for professional job or school submissions.

Portals often cap file uploads at 500KB. Compressing ensures that your document or profile image gets accepted quickly.

My resume photo compressed to 500KB and uploaded with no issues.

- Ella J. | Design Applicant

Shrink images before saving them to your drive or team workspace.

Files under 500KB take up less space and upload faster across shared folders or project platforms.

I compressed images to 500KB before uploading them to our shared folder—it saved time and storage.

- Noah D. | Remote Assistant

Embed visuals in PDF or DOC files without bloating file size.

Images under 500KB are perfect for inserting into project reports, whitepapers, or presentations.

My 500KB images fit cleanly into a PDF report without increasing the file size too much.

- Sophie K. | Research Writer

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FAQs about Online Image Resizer.

  • Use a tool that lets you set a specific output size. Our compressor balances resolution and quality while hitting your 500KB target.

    Steps:

    1. Upload your image (JPG, PNG, etc.)
    2. Set your target file size to 500KB
    3. Download the compressed image instantly
  • Yes. Even large files can be resized to 500KB if you reduce their dimensions or remove excessive detail.

    Tips:

    • Resize the image resolution before upload
    • Use JPG for lighter output
    • Avoid overlays, filters, or gradients
  • Absolutely. 500KB is suitable for:

    • Resume photos
    • Presentation visuals
    • Blog images
    • Web platform uploads

    It offers a great balance between visual quality and file size.

  • PDFelement online image compressor is optimized for 200KB file targeting—free to use, no watermark, and compatible with all platforms.

    Our online image compressor:

    • Supports JPG, PNG, and more
    • Lets you enter a precise 500KB target
    • Works without logins or watermarks
    • Runs on all browsers and devices
  • If your image is too detailed or high-res, simplify it first before compressing.

    Try this:

    1. Reduce resolution or crop the image
    2. Convert to JPG
    3. Remove shadows or overlays
    4. Re-upload using the 500KB setting
  • Just a quick heads-up when using PDFelement Free Online Image Compressor: the file you upload should be under 100MB. If you're using "Custom Size" mode, the file must be under 10MB. For larger files, choose High, Medium, or Low compression instead. That's it! Feel free to compress as many PDFs as you'd like — all for free. No sign-up needed, and there are no limits to how many you can process.

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