Compress WebP online
Reduce the file size of your WebP images while keeping their dimensions. SWD Image Compressor applies the maximum available compression for the format from the start and shows the saving achieved.
The original width and height will be kept exactly; only the format and file size will be optimized.
Compression
The result will show the original size, final size and achieved savings.
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WebP in numbers
WebP compression statistics
- WebP generated
- 7Only downloaded files compressed as WebP are counted.
- Average saving with WebP
- 23.6%Average percentage saved when compressing as WebP.
- Most used formats
- #2Ranking based on the number of valid downloads where WebP was the final format.
Frequently asked questions about WebP compression
How do I compress a WebP image online?
Select your WebP image in SWD Image Compressor and start the compression. The tool keeps the original dimensions and applies the maximum available compression for the format from the beginning.
What is WebP?
WebP is a modern image format designed to deliver lighter files than JPG or PNG in many cases, with support for transparency and, depending on the case, animation.
Does compressing a WebP change its dimensions?
No in Compression mode. Compression keeps the width and height of the image. Resizing is a different operation.
Does WebP support transparency?
Yes. WebP can preserve transparency, which makes it a useful alternative to PNG for many graphic assets.
Why do some WebP files barely get smaller?
A WebP file may already be highly optimized or generated with very aggressive settings. In those cases, the additional improvement can be small.
Does SWD Image Compressor aim for the highest possible compression for WebP?
Yes. SWD Image Compressor works directly with the maximum available compression for the format from the start of the process.
Can SWD Image Compressor generate AVIF when compressing a WebP?
When the Compression configuration allows it, the tool can evaluate compatible formats and choose a more efficient result than the original WebP.
When is it a good idea to keep WebP as the final format?
WebP is often a very balanced option for the web when you want good compression, broad modern compatibility and transparency support.
Can compressing the same WebP multiple times degrade it?
If the workflow applies lossy compression, repeated re-encoding can accumulate degradation. Whenever possible, it is better to work from the original file.
What happens if my WebP is already compressed enough?
If additional compression does not provide a worthwhile improvement, SWD Image Compressor will indicate that instead of presenting a result that is not a meaningful optimization.