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Compress PNG to 2MB

Optimize large PNGs to a streamlined 2MB size with our efficient compression engine. Keep the visual fidelity intact while accelerating uploads and storage savings. Unlock even more power by managing your media at scale through Cloudinary.

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Free PNG to 2MB Compressor

Turn large PNG files into efficient 2MB versions instantly—zero setup required. Simply upload, and get a fast-loading image that preserves its essential clarity.

Why Choose Our PNG to 2MB Compressor?

Shrink one PNG to 2MB online in seconds without ads, and developers can use our API for large-scale compression.

Beyond PNG Compression

Go further than reducing file size. With AI-powered tools like Generative Fill, Object Removal, and Replace, you can seamlessly edit and customize images — unlocking new levels of creativity and flexibility in content creation.

Image Enhancement

From 3D animations and interactive product displays to real-time filtering, Cloudinary’s API offers powerful image enhancement capabilities. Developers can effortlessly refresh older images and make them look stunning again.

Performance Optimization

Images are always delivered in the best quality and format for each user’s device, browser, and connection. Whether it’s JPG, PNG, HEIC, or another format, our system automatically selects the most efficient option for peak performance.

Batch compress PNG images

Effortlessly bulk compress your PNG images to 2MB, or connect our free API to instantly optimize every JPG with zero extra effort!

Workflow Automation

Set up preset configurations to save time and streamline your process. Files are automatically compressed, transformed, and ready for delivery immediately after upload.

Image Formats Versatility

Expand your image workflow with support for next-gen formats like WebP, JXL, and AVIF. These advanced options deliver the perfect balance of quality and efficiency for all your visual assets.

How to compress PNGs to 2MB

Quickly reduce PNGs to a 2MB target for any use or other formats, or join Cloudinary to seamlessly optimize thousands of images at scale.

Add your PNGs

Simply drag and drop your PNGs into the browser, or upload them in seconds.

Start Compression

Begin optimizing your PNG images by reducing them to lighter sizes.

Download compressed images

After the compression is complete, download your optimized PNG files each under 2MB

Explore Beyond PNG Compression

A woman and a golden retriever in the mountains. They're sitting, facing away from the camera while the dog noses the woman. They're surrounded by natural splendor including majestic mountains, puffy clouds, and evergreen-studded hills.
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A woman and a golden retriever in the mountains. They're sitting, facing away from the camera while the dog noses the woman. They're surrounded by natural splendor including majestic mountains, puffy clouds, and evergreen-studded hills.
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18 MB

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The original asset:
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135 KB
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135 KB
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90 KB
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94 KB
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Frequently Asked Questions

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With Cloudinary, you can Compress png to 2MB and more to drop image size to 2MB and preserve clarity. Compression starts right after you drag or upload your image with no clicks needed. By combining f_auto (AVIF/WebP) and q_auto your visuals maintain high fidelity with smaller file sizes. Optimized for content-driven apps and websites needing better load times and engagement.

Yes, Cloudinary’s robust API enables full control over Compress png to 2MB processing. Just upload using the API and apply q_auto:low, f_auto, fl_lossy to compress content effectively. Integrate constraints in your asset management pipeline to enforce compression across all uploads—great for automation.

To meet 2MB, we use perceptual optimization that is visually lossless and content-aware. The visible change is minimal and typically not noticeable at common sizes because we keep edges, textures, and important detail while removing only redundant information. Lossless files may exceed 2MB depending on the image; for bit-exact requirements, use PNG or lossless AVIF/WebP and anticipate larger outputs. For most photographic and marketing assets, perceptual tuning yields a smaller file with virtually no visual difference. If artifacts are present, raise quality slightly or downsize a bit to stay near 2MB while preserving the look.