Compress Live Photos
Live Photos take up 2-3× more space than regular photos. Compress them without losing quality — free up gigabytes of iPhone storage or make files easier to share.
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How it works
- 1Drop your Live Photo(s) here — .livp, .heic, or .mov files.
- 2We'll extract and re-encode the video portion at optimized settings while keeping the photo quality high.
- 3Download the compressed version. You'll typically save 40-60% file size with minimal quality loss.
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Frequently asked questions
How much can I compress a Live Photo?
Typically 40-60% file size reduction. A 8MB Live Photo can compress to ~3-4MB while keeping the photo sharp and the video smooth. Results vary by content.
Will I lose quality?
We use smart compression — the still image stays at high quality, and the video gets optimized encoding. For most users, the difference is invisible to the naked eye.
Why do Live Photos take up so much space?
Each Live Photo is actually two files: a high-res HEIC image + a 3-second MOV video. Together they're 2-3× the size of a standard photo. Over hundreds of photos, that's gigabytes of storage.
Can I batch compress all my Live Photos?
Yes. Drag and drop as many as you want. We'll process them all and bundle the compressed versions into a ZIP for easy download.