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TinyPNG
Official TinyPNG plugin that compresses JPEG, PNG and WebP uploads through the Tinify API and can convert them to WebP or AVIF.
Free installs100K+WordPress.org, active
Est. Pro installs~7.5KLikely 3.8K–15K
Vendor claims50K+Vendor's own figure
Rating4.5/5181 reviews
Price from$0Freemium
Last updated13 Oct 2026Version 3.8.1
Overview
TinyPNG (plugin slug tiny-compress-images) is the official WordPress plugin for the Tinify compression API, the service behind the TinyPNG and TinyJPG web tools. Images are sent to Tinify’s servers, compressed with its smart lossy engine and written back to your media library, so every thumbnail size you choose is replaced with a smaller file.
What it does
The plugin compresses new uploads automatically, offers a Bulk TinyPNG screen for the existing library, and lets you optimise single images from the media list. It can resize oversized uploads to a maximum width or height, keep selected metadata (copyright, creation date, GPS) or drop the rest, and choose which registered thumbnail sizes are processed. Recent versions add WebP and AVIF conversion, delivered with a picture element or Apache rewrite rules, plus an optional backup of the original upload. A WP-CLI command and multisite support make it workable for developers and networks.
Pricing model
There is no Pro plugin. The plugin is free and uses your Tinify API key: the first 500 compressions each month are free, then usage is billed per compression ($0.009 each up to 10,000, then $0.002). Each thumbnail size counts as a compression and format conversion uses an extra credit per size, so a typical free month covers roughly 100 images, or about 50 with conversion enabled. One API key can be used on any number of sites.
- Large file allowance (500 MB, 256 MP)
- Pay only for what you use, no subscription
- Statistics on space saved
Limitations
There are no compression levels to choose from, no lazy loading, CDN or responsive delivery, and it only handles media library images. The free allowance is small for stores with many thumbnail sizes, and AVIF/WebP conversion doubles credit use.
Best for sites that want reliable, high-quality lossy compression with predictable pay-as-you-go costs and already handle caching and delivery elsewhere.
Best for: Sites that want dependable compression and next-gen conversion billed per image, without a monthly subscription.
TinyPNG does one job well: high-quality lossy compression with optional WebP/AVIF conversion, billed only for what you use. It lacks the delivery extras (CDN, lazy load, adaptive sizing) of suites like Optimole, and the 500-credit free tier runs out quickly on sites with many thumbnail sizes.
Pros
- Strong lossy compression from the well-known Tinify engine
- Pay-per-use billing with no subscription and one key for unlimited sites
- WebP and AVIF conversion with picture-tag or .htaccess delivery
- Very high per-file limits (500 MB, 256 megapixels)
- Choose thumbnail sizes, resize huge uploads and keep selected metadata
- WP-CLI command and multisite support
Cons
- Free tier covers only about 100 images a month (fewer with conversion)
- No choice of compression level or lossless mode
- No lazy loading, CDN or responsive delivery features
- Cannot optimise theme, plugin or custom folders
- Original backups only arrived recently (v3.8.0)
Key features
What TinyPNG highlights on its WordPress.org page and its own website, split by version.
Free version WordPress.org
- 500 free compressions every month
- Automatic compression on upload
- Bulk optimise the media library
- WebP and AVIF conversion
- Picture tag or .htaccess delivery
- Resize oversized uploads
- Keep copyright, date or GPS metadata
- Choose which thumbnail sizes to compress
- Optional backup of original uploads
- Background processing
- Multisite with a single API key
- Savings statistics in media library
Pro / paid adds From $0
- Pay per compression above 500
- $0.009 each up to 10,000
- $0.002 each beyond 10,000
- No subscription or minimum fee
- One API key for unlimited sites
- Cost estimate before bulk runs
- Enterprise fixed-fee plans on request
- Card or PayPal billing monthly
Feature checklist
16 of 25 features we track in Image Optimization, feature score 60/100
Compression 5/7
Lossy & lossless compression Key
Choose between lossless and one or more lossy compression levels.
Single smart lossy engine; no selectable levels or lossless mode.
Not included
Bulk optimisation Key
Optimise every existing image in the media library.
Media > Bulk TinyPNG optimises all unoptimised library images.
Included
Optimise on upload
New uploads are optimised automatically.
Compresses new images automatically on upload.
Included
Keep & restore originals Key
Backs up originals so you can restore them.
Optional backup of originals since 3.8.0; restore button added in 3.8.1 on GitHub.
Partial
Resize large images
Scales down oversized uploads to a maximum size.
Set a maximum width and/or height to shrink huge uploads.
Included
Strip EXIF metadata
Removes camera and location metadata.
Metadata is removed unless you choose to keep copyright, date or GPS data.
Included
PDF compression
Compresses PDF files in the media library.
Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, AVIF and APNG only; no PDF handling.
Not included
Next-gen formats 3/4
WebP conversion Key
Creates WebP versions of images.
Converts images to WebP (uses an extra credit per size).
Included
AVIF conversion Key
Creates AVIF versions of images.
Converts images to AVIF (uses an extra credit per size).
Included
Automatic next-gen delivery
Serves WebP/AVIF to supporting browsers via picture tags, rewrites or CDN.
Delivers converted formats via picture elements or Apache .htaccess rules.
Included
PNG to JPG conversion
Converts photos saved as PNG to smaller JPGs.
No PNG-to-JPG conversion option.
Not included
Delivery 1/4
Image CDN Key
Serves images from a CDN, often with on-the-fly optimisation.
No CDN; files are optimised in place on your server.
Not included
Adaptive image sizes
Serves the right size for each screen or device.
Relies on WordPress srcset; no per-device resizing service.
Not included
Lazy loading
Defers off-screen images.
No lazy loading feature.
Not included
CSS background images
Also optimises or converts images used in CSS backgrounds.
Only covered when the Apache .htaccess delivery method is used.
Partial
Processing & limits 3/5
Local processing
Optimises on your own server with no external API.
Requires the Tinify API; no on-server compression.
Not included
Cloud processing
Optimisation runs on the vendor's servers, saving your server's CPU.
Images are compressed on Tinify's servers and deleted within 48 hours.
Included
Generous free tier
Free version optimises unlimited images, or a large monthly quota.
500 credits a month, roughly 100 images or ~50 with conversion.
Not included
No small file-size cap
No restrictive per-image size limit in the free version.
Per-file limit is 500 MB and 256 megapixels.
Included
Thumbnail control
Choose which thumbnail sizes are optimised.
Choose which registered image sizes are compressed.
Included
Extras & compatibility 4/5
Optimise other folders
Optimise theme, plugin or custom folders outside the media library.
Works on media library attachments only.
Not included
WooCommerce & gallery plugins
Optimises WooCommerce product and gallery-plugin images.
Listed as tested with WooCommerce; product images are library attachments.
Included
Multisite support
Works across a WordPress multisite network.
Fully compatible with multisite; one API key across all sites.
Included
WP-CLI
Run bulk optimisation from the command line.
Registers a 'wp tiny' command to optimise attachments from the CLI.
Included
Savings reports
Shows space saved and optimisation statistics.
Shows savings per image and overall library statistics.
Included
Pricing
Free
$0On WordPress.org
Free API usage
Freeper monthUnlimited
500 compressions per month (about 100 images, ~50 with WebP/AVIF conversion); unused credits do not roll over.
Pay per compression (501–10,000)
$0.01one-offUnlimited
Charged per compression above 500 each month, billed at month end; no subscription.
Pay per compression (10,001+)
$0one-offUnlimited
Rate for compressions beyond 10,000 in a month; enterprise fixed-fee plans available on request.
Prices are list prices from the vendor's site, checked 14 Oct 2026. Many vendors discount the first year.
How many sites use TinyPNG?
Free installs from WordPress.org, the vendor's own claim, and our estimate of paid installs.
Free version (WordPress.org)
100K+
Active installations reported by WordPress.org.
Vendor claim
50K+
Sites/users claimed on the vendor's website. source
Estimated Pro / paid installs
~7.5K
Our estimate, see method below.
How we estimated this: The vendor figure (50K+) is below the WordPress.org count, so it looks out of date and we leave it out. About 150K free installs x 5% (the usual share of free sites that also run the paid version when a hosted service whose free tier is generous) gives 7.5K. Likely range: 3.8K to 15K. This counts sites running the paid version, including sites whose licence has lapsed. Estimates are rough and based on public figures as of 14 Oct 2026.
Stats & health
Weekly downloads
15,194 downloads last week, 5.5M all time
Rating breakdown
| Version | 3.8.1 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | 13 Oct 2026 (20 days ago) |
| Tested up to | WordPress 7.1.4 |
| Requires | WordPress 4.0+ |
| Support threads (2 months) | 0 of 0 resolved |
| On WordPress.org since | 12 Feb 2015 |
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FAQ
Is TinyPNG free?
Yes. TinyPNG has a free version on WordPress.org. Paid plans start at $0.
How many sites use TinyPNG?
WordPress.org reports 100K+ active installations of the free version. The vendor claims 50K+ sites in total. We estimate around 7.5K sites run the paid version.
Does TinyPNG have lossy & lossless compression?
No: not included. Single smart lossy engine; no selectable levels or lossless mode.
Does TinyPNG have bulk optimisation?
Yes: included. Media > Bulk TinyPNG optimises all unoptimised library images.
Does TinyPNG have keep & restore originals?
Yes: partial. Optional backup of originals since 3.8.0; restore button added in 3.8.1 on GitHub.
Does TinyPNG have webp conversion?
Yes: included. Converts images to WebP (uses an extra credit per size).
Does TinyPNG have avif conversion?
Yes: included. Converts images to AVIF (uses an extra credit per size).
Does TinyPNG have image cdn?
No: not included. No CDN; files are optimised in place on your server.
Is TinyPNG free for WordPress?
The plugin is free and includes 500 compressions per month. Beyond that you add payment details to your Tinify account and pay per compression.
Why do my credits run out so fast?
Every thumbnail size WordPress generates counts as a compression, and WebP/AVIF conversion uses an extra credit per size. Limit the sizes processed in Settings > TinyPNG to stretch the quota.
Can I use one API key on several sites?
Yes. The same key works on any number of sites, and usage is pooled on that account.
Does it serve WebP or AVIF to visitors?
Yes. Converted files can be delivered with a picture element (default) or Apache .htaccess rewrite rules.
Can I restore the original image?
Version 3.8.0 added an option to keep a backup of each original upload; enable it before optimising if you want to be able to revert.
Last updated 6 Oct 2026. Spotted something wrong? Suggest an edit.