About SmallPNG
SmallPNG is an independent file-tools project focused on making common image and PDF tasks direct, clear and easy to complete.
What SmallPNG does
SmallPNG provides focused tools for image conversion, image file-size changes, exact upload limits and PDF creation. Current tools include JFIF to JPG, image compression and JPG/JPEG to PDF.
How processing works
SmallPNG uses browser-local processing whenever a task can be completed reliably on the user’s device. Current compression, JFIF to JPG and JPG to PDF workflows run in the browser. If a future tool requires server-side processing, that tool must explain it clearly instead of inheriting a blanket “never upload” claim.
How new tools are chosen
New tools are added when they solve a clear file task and can be implemented with acceptable quality. SmallPNG does not create empty converter pages simply to increase page count.
Product principles
- Tool first: the real task is available immediately.
- One clear task per main tool page.
- Browser-first processing when reliable.
- Accurate capability and privacy claims.
- Image and PDF tools share category hubs and contextual internal links.