How it works
The target is already set to 50 KB. Cropmat tries the highest JPG quality first and lowers it only as much as needed. If a very large photo still does not fit, it also reduces the pixel size slightly. You will see the final size and dimensions before you download.
When 50 KB is asked for
Visa applications, university portals, government job forms and many HR systems limit photos to 50 KB. A 50 KB JPG is usually enough for a clear passport-style photo of around 600 × 600 pixels.
Get the best result
- Use a photo taken in daylight with a plain background.
- Crop to the required shape before compressing.
- If the form also asks for exact pixels, use resize image first, then compress.
Questions
Can I compress a PNG to 50 KB?
Yes. It will be saved as a JPG, which is the format most forms expect and the only way to reach small sizes reliably.
My photo is already under 50 KB. What happens?
It is saved at the highest quality that stays under 50 KB, so it may get slightly bigger but never above the limit.
Do I need to install an app?
No. Everything runs in your web browser.