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Reduce AVIF file size online — perfect for web developers and designers optimizing page speed.

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How to compress AVIF

  1. Upload one or more AVIF files (up to 50 MB total).
  2. Choose a compression level.
  3. Click 'Compress AVIF' — finishes in 3-5 seconds per image (AV1 encoding is slower).
  4. Download compressed files individually, or grab all as a ZIP.

Quick fact about AVIF

AVIF is already the most efficient mainstream image format — typically 50% smaller than JPG. Compression gains are therefore modest (20-40%) and usually only matter when strict size limits must be met.

Why compress AVIF?

AVIF is 50% smaller than JPG at the same quality — the most efficient mainstream format. Because AVIF is already highly optimized, further compression has limited benefit: reducing quality from 100% to 85-90% typically produces 20-40% smaller files with no visible difference. Compressing AVIF matters mostly when a strict size limit (e.g. 200 KB) must be met, or when serving a large number of AVIF files.

Technical details

Input format AVIF
Output format AVIF
Codec AV1
Quality range 60% (max compression) to 90% (near-original)
Typical reduction 20-40% at 85% quality
Transparency Preserved
Encoding time 3-5 seconds per image (AV1 is slower)
Max file size 50 MB per file
File retention Auto-deleted after compression

How the conversion works

The compressor decodes the AVIF image and re-encodes it using libavif at a lower quality setting. Quality 85-90% is visually indistinguishable from 100% while being 20-40% smaller. Transparency is preserved.

When to compress AVIF

  • Meeting strict upload size limits for AVIF-optimized sites.
  • Reducing bandwidth costs for AVIF-heavy CDNs.
  • Preparing AVIF assets for mobile delivery.
  • Optimizing hero images for Core Web Vitals.
  • Reducing AVIF file size for email attachments.
  • Preparing AVIF assets for platforms with size caps.
  • Final optimization pass before publishing to production.

Quality considerations

AVIF at 85% quality is visually indistinguishable from 100% on modern screens. Below 75% quality, artifacts start showing in detailed areas. Because AVIF is already the most efficient format, the compression gain is smaller than for JPG or PNG.

Limitations and caveats

  • AVIF is already efficient — compression gain is modest (20-40%).
  • AV1 encoding is slower than other codecs (3-5 seconds per image).
  • Below 75% quality, visible artifacts may appear.
  • Animated AVIF is compressed using the first frame only.
  • Very old software may not support AVIF.

Compatibility

  • Output AVIF opens in every browser since 2020.
  • Native support in Windows 11, macOS Big Sur+, iOS 16+, Android 12+.
  • Supported by WordPress via plugin, Ghost, Next.js.
  • Native import in Photoshop 23.2+, GIMP 2.10.22+, Affinity Photo 2+.
  • Ideal for modern CDN delivery.

Tips for best results

  • 85% quality is the sweet spot for AVIF — 25-35% smaller with no visible change.
  • AVIF compression is slower than JPG or PNG — expect 3-5 seconds per image.
  • Keep the original if the image is critical.
  • For maximum size reduction, consider converting to a lower-quality AVIF or JPG.
  • Batch-compress up to 50 MB at once.

Compression levels explained

Level Size reduction Best for
Low (90% quality) ~15-25% High-quality assets
Medium (85% quality) ~25-35% Most web use
High (75% quality) ~35-45% Bandwidth-sensitive sites
Maximum (60% quality) ~45-55% Strict size limits

Common problems and fixes

AVIF compression is slow
AV1 encoding is CPU-intensive. Typical compression is 3-5 seconds per image. This is the trade-off for the most efficient format.
AVIF is barely smaller after compression
AVIF is already efficient — savings are 20-40%, lower than for JPG. Try 'Maximum' level or use a lower-quality setting.
AVIF looks blurry after compression
The compression level was too aggressive. Use 85-90% quality instead.

Frequently asked questions

How much smaller will my AVIF be? +
Typically 20-40% smaller at 85% quality. AVIF is already the most efficient format, so savings are lower than for JPG.
Will I notice the quality loss? +
At 85-90% quality, no. Below 75% quality, artifacts start showing.
Does AVIF compression remove transparency? +
No. Transparency is preserved.
Why is AVIF compression slower? +
AV1 is a more complex codec than VP8 or JPG's DCT. The efficiency gain comes at the cost of encoding time.
Is AVIF already compressed? +
Not exactly — AVIF files can be saved at different quality levels. Original AVIF files from modern websites are already optimized, but user-created AVIFs may have room for compression.
Can I compress AVIF to a specific size? +
Yes, use target-size presets if available.
What's the maximum file size? +
50 MB per AVIF file.

Sources and references

Last reviewed: 2026-10-01