TinyPNG
Drag in PNGs and JPEGs and they come back far smaller with no visible difference. Nothing else to learn.
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How to get the most from it
TinyPNG sits in Photo Toys under Make, filed as instant.
- Just open it. It pays off within seconds, with nothing to read first.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something useful and calming.
About this category: Browser photo editors, background removers, filters and mosaic makers. Free tools that quietly replaced software people used to pay for.
Good for
- A five-second distraction
- Getting something practical done
- Winding down when your head is busy
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
TinyPNG: quick answers
Is TinyPNG free?
Yes. TinyPNG is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use TinyPNG?
No. You can use TinyPNG without signing up for anything.
Does TinyPNG work on a phone?
Yes. TinyPNG works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is TinyPNG safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does TinyPNG take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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