How-To

How to Compress Images on iPhone for Free

July 3, 2026  ·  3 min read  ·  Fourmeld Blog

iPhone photos are large files. You can compress them directly in Safari on your iPhone — no app download, completely free.

1

Open Fourmeld Image Tools in Safari

Open Safari on your iPhone and go to fourmeld.com/image-tools.

2

Upload your iPhone photo

Tap Upload and choose a photo from your camera roll or Files app.

3

Choose compression settings

Set the quality slider or select a target file size. Lower quality = smaller file.

4

Download the compressed photo

Tap Compress and then Download. The image saves to your Files app or Photos.

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FAQs

Do I need to install an app?

No — Fourmeld works in Safari on iPhone with no app download needed.

Will compressed photos stay in my camera roll?

Yes — tap Save Image after downloading to add them to your camera roll.

Can I compress HEIC photos?

Yes — HEIC photos are automatically handled during compression.