Compress any photo to an exact KB size, instantly, offline.
Built for UPSC, SSC, IBPS, RRB, Banking, NEET, JEE and state PSC form uploads that demand a precise file size, plus everyday compression for WhatsApp, Instagram and Telegram. Your photos are processed entirely on your phone and never uploaded anywhere.
"Upload photo: must be under 100 KB." With 10 minutes left on the form.
Before PixPress
Some website, form or app suddenly demands a photo under an exact KB limit: an exam portal, a job application, an email that keeps bouncing. You search for a random online "compress to KB" tool, hope it actually hits the target, and hand over your photo to a website you've never heard of, with no idea where that image goes afterward.
With PixPress
Pick your photo, set the target (20 KB, 100 KB, 500 KB, whatever's required), or tap a ready-made preset for exams, social media or email. PixPress converges on that exact size using a binary-search compression algorithm, entirely on your phone. No internet required, no account, no upload. Done in seconds.
On-device processing. Always.
Every photo, signature and document is compressed locally on your phone. PixPress has no server that compression ever touches.
Everything a precise photo compressor should do
See it before you save it
Before/after sliderSmart, automatic format
15 ready-made presets
Compress a whole album at once
Batch modeFull metadata control
Full compression history
Turn results into a PDF
PDF export11 languages
Built-in dark mode
Never makes it bigger
Three steps. Zero uploads.
Pick a photo
Choose one photo or select several for batch compression, straight from your gallery.
Choose a size or preset
Type an exact KB target, or tap a ready-made preset like UPSC Photo, WhatsApp or Passport Photo.
Done, offline, in seconds
PixPress compresses on your device and hands you a file at the exact size you asked for. Nothing ever leaves your phone.
Straight from the app
Real screenshots, not mockups. Tap through to see exactly what you'll get.
Hit an exact KB target
Switch to Size Limit mode and enter 10–5000 KB, or tap a ready-made exam preset. A binary-search algorithm converges on that exact size, entirely on your device.
- Smart, Custom & Size Limit modes
- 15 destination & exam presets

One app, every reason to compress
Anyone who needs a smaller photo, for any reason. PixPress doesn't care why, it just gets you to the exact size you need.
Social Media & Messaging
- WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram & Twitter/X presets
- Smart mode for a good-looking photo at a small size
- Batch-compress a whole album before you share it
Email & Storage
- Fit photos under email attachment limits
- Free up phone storage without deleting memories
- Export a compressed set straight to PDF
Exam & Government Forms
- UPSC, SSC, IBPS, RRB, Banking, NEET, JEE & state PSC portals
- Exact KB targets like 20 KB, 50 KB, 100 KB or 200 KB
- Dedicated Exam Photo, Exam Signature & Passport Photo presets
PixPress is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by UPSC, SSC, IBPS, RRB, any exam board, recruitment board, passport authority or government agency. Always confirm the exact photo requirements on the official portal you're uploading to.
Your photos never leave your phone. Full stop.
PixPress processes every photo locally, on your device. There's no server-side compression, no photo upload step, and no account required to use the app.
PixPress does use ads and standard app analytics/crash reporting to keep the app free and working; none of it involves your photos. Full details in the privacy policy.
No uploads. Ever.
Your exam photo, signature and ID documents are compressed on your phone and never transmitted anywhere.
Frequently asked questions
How do I compress a photo to 20KB for UPSC/SSC?
Open PixPress, pick your photo, switch to Size Limit mode and enter 20 (KB) as your target, or tap the Exam form or UPSC Photo preset if your portal matches one of the built-in presets. PixPress runs a binary-search compression pass on-device and hands you a file at or under 20 KB in seconds.
Does PixPress upload my photos anywhere?
No. Compression happens entirely on your device. PixPress has no server that processes or stores your photos. The app works fully offline for compression, so your exam photo, signature or ID document never leaves your phone. See the full privacy policy for details on what limited app data (like crash reports) is handled separately from your photos.
Is PixPress free?
Yes, PixPress is free to download from Google Play. It's supported by ads, with optional in-app purchases available for extra features.
What image formats does PixPress support?
PixPress accepts JPG, PNG, HEIC and other common photo formats as input. For output it supports JPEG and WebP (for the smallest possible file size) and PNG when you need lossless or transparent images. Smart mode automatically compares JPEG and WebP output and keeps whichever is smaller.
Can I compress a photo to an exact size, like exactly 100KB?
Yes. Size Limit mode uses a binary-search algorithm to converge on your exact KB target (anywhere from 10 KB to 5000 KB) rather than a rough estimate. It's a genuine quality optimizer, not a fixed compression preset, so it works across very different photos and targets.
Does PixPress work without internet?
Yes. All compression, resizing and preset logic runs entirely offline on your device. An internet connection isn't needed to compress a photo, only for optional app features like ads or update checks.
Is PixPress affiliated with UPSC, SSC or other exam boards?
No. PixPress is an independent, third-party photo compression app. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government entity, exam board, recruitment board, passport authority or public agency, and it doesn't submit applications or guarantee acceptance on any upload portal. Always check the exact requirements on the official website you're applying through.
Is PixPress available for iPhone / iOS?
Not yet. PixPress is currently available for Android only, via Google Play.
Stop hunting for a random "compress to KB" website.
Compress with confidence: nothing ever leaves your phone.
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