You've been there: "File must be under 100KB" — and your 2MB photo won't upload. Or you need a 50KB avatar for a form. Stop guessing. Here's how to hit 50KB, 100KB, or 200KB exactly — every time.
Why Target Sizes Matter
Many platforms enforce strict limits:
- 50KB: Avatars, mobile forms, LinkedIn profile photos
- 100KB: Email attachments, job applications, web thumbnails
- 200KB: Blog posts, social media, product listings
Target Size Guide (1920px Photo)
| Target Size | Use Case | Slider % (ImageCompressor) | Resize Width |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50KB | Avatars, forms | 10–20% | 400–600px |
| 100KB | Email, uploads | 25–35% | 800–1000px |
| 200KB | Blog, social | 40–50% | 1200–1600px |
Step-by-Step Method (Works 100%)
- Go to ImageCompressor.live
- Upload your image
- Move the slider to the % above
- Download — done!
Pro Tip: Resize first, then compress. A 600px image at 20% = 50KB. A 4000px image at 20% = 800KB.
Real Example: 2.1 MB → 98 KB
Original: 2.1 MB
4000×3000px
Target: 98 KB
800px wide, 30% quality
Best Settings by Target
50KB Ultra-Small
- Resize to: 500px width
- Slider: 15%
- Format: WebP (lossy)
- Result: ~45–55KB
100KB Standard
- Resize to: 900px width
- Slider: 30%
- Format: WebP or JPEG
- Result: ~90–110KB
200KB High Quality
- Resize to: 1400px width
- Slider: 45%
- Format: WebP
- Result: ~180–210KB
Tools That Support Target Sizes
- ImageCompressor.live → Percentage slider (easiest)
- Squoosh → Manual quality control
- Photopea → Export for Web (Legacy)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Re-compressing → Adds artifacts
- Wrong dimensions → File stays too big
- Using PNG for photos → 5x larger
Golden Rule: Resize → WebP → Compress. Never skip resizing.
Conclusion: Hit Any Size in 10 Seconds
No more "file too large" errors. With the right tool and settings, you can compress any image to 50KB, 100KB, or 200KB — without guesswork.
Use ImageCompressor.live — drag, slide, download. It's free, instant, and works on any device.