Overview
The ultimate video, image, and audio compressor and converter for macOS and iOS. Compress and convert files locally with pro-grade speed and total privacy.
Key Features at a Glance
- Multi-Format Support: Works with JPEG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, AVIF, GIF, MP4, MOV, WebM, MP3, M4A, and more.
- Hardware Acceleration: Optimized for Apple Silicon using Metal and VideoToolbox.
- Batch Processing: Handle up to 20 files at once with real-time progress.
- Animation Support: Compress and convert animated WebP, AVIF, and GIF without quality loss.
Beyond Simple Compression
While ShrinkFile excels at making files smaller, it is a complete suite of media utilities optimized for the Apple ecosystem:
- Video Mastery: Compress 4K videos using hardware-accelerated VideoToolbox, convert formats (MP4, MOV, WebM), or turn videos into high-quality AVIF/WebP animations.
- Image Precision: Shrink JPEG, PNG, and HEIC files without losing detail. ShrinkFile uses lossless optimization for PNG, ensuring every pixel remains identical to the original while reducing file size. ShrinkFile uniquely supports animated WebP compression, preserving every frame.
- Audio Intelligence: Batch convert audio tracks or extract them from videos.
Performance by Engineering
ShrinkFile isn't just a wrapper. It's built for speed:
- Metal & VideoToolbox: Leverages Apple Silicon's dedicated media engines.
- Batch Processing: Handle dozens of files simultaneously with real-time ETA tracking.
- Intelligent Decision: ShrinkFile automatically detects if a compressed file would be larger than the original and preserves the best version for you.
Exceptional Results
Image Optimization
Shrink your images for faster web loading or easier sharing without visible quality loss.
| Format | Before (Original) | After (ShrinkFile) | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPEG |  |
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~70% smaller (41kB → 12kB) |
| PNG (Lossless) |  |
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~2.2% smaller (29kB → 28.28kB) |
Video Optimization
Perfect for Discord, Slack, or email attachments that have strict file size limits.
| Source Type | Original Size | Compressed Size | Reduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4K MOV Video | 1.38 GB | 37.9 MB | ~97% smaller |
| iPhone Video | Large 10bit HDR | Optimized HEVC | Massively reduced |