100% on-device No uploads Works with no internet

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.

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Free to download · Android
Real PixPress screenshot: fullscreen before and after comparison slider showing a portrait photo before and after compression
The problem

"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.

The promise
100%

On-device processing. Always.

Every photo, signature and document is compressed locally on your phone. PixPress has no server that compression ever touches.

10–5000 KB Precision target range
15 Ready-made presets
11 Languages supported
Features

Everything a precise photo compressor should do

Hit an exact KB target

Size Limit mode

See it before you save it

Before/after slider

Smart, automatic format

15 ready-made presets

Compress a whole album at once

Batch mode

Full metadata control

Full compression history

Turn results into a PDF

PDF export

11 languages

Built-in dark mode

Never makes it bigger

How it works

Three steps. Zero uploads.

1

Pick a photo

Choose one photo or select several for batch compression, straight from your gallery.

2

Choose a size or preset

Type an exact KB target, or tap a ready-made preset like UPSC Photo, WhatsApp or Passport Photo.

3

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.

See it in action

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
Real PixPress screenshot: Compression Settings screen with Size Limit mode and a 100 KB target
Who it's for

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.

Everyday sharing

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
Everyday sharing

Email & Storage

  • Fit photos under email attachment limits
  • Free up phone storage without deleting memories
  • Export a compressed set straight to PDF
Exams & forms

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.

Privacy

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.

100% on-device compressionEvery photo, signature and document you compress is processed locally, never sent to a PixPress server.
No account, no cloud storageNothing to sign up for and nowhere your photos are stored except your own phone.
You control your metadataStrip GPS location or all EXIF data before you share a photo, right from 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.

FAQ

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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