NexusCompress · Compress image for WhatsApp without losing quality
WhatsApp recompresses photos sent as images — often aggressively. Pre-compress at a controlled quality, then send as a Document to keep text and detail readable.
Why WhatsApp degrades your photos
WhatsApp targets roughly 1600 × 1200 px at 65–75% JPEG quality when you send as a photo. A 5 MB camera JPEG can shrink to under 100 KB — destroying detail in documents, menus, and product shots.
Photo vs Document in WhatsApp
- Send as Photo — WhatsApp recompresses automatically.
- Send as Document — your file is sent unchanged. Best for scans and quality-sensitive images.
Best approach: Pre-compress to under 1 MB, then send as a Document so WhatsApp does not recompress further.
Recommended settings
- Format: JPEG
- Quality: 80–85%
- Max width: 1600 px
- Target size: 300–600 KB for photos; under 200 KB for document scans
How to compress in NexusCompress
- Open NexusCompress.
- Select preset Email — JPEG, 1200px wide, or Custom with 1600 px max width.
- Set quality to 80%.
- Drop images and download.
- Send the file as a Document in WhatsApp.
Document scans via WhatsApp
For contracts, certificates, or ID copies, use UAE Portal Presets at 500 KB or set a custom target under 500 KB. Send as Document.
Batch compress for groups
Drop an entire folder, set max width 1600 px at 80% quality, and download as ZIP before sharing to a WhatsApp group.
Frequently asked questions
Why does WhatsApp blur my photos?
WhatsApp recompresses images sent as photos. Pre-compress yourself and send as a Document to avoid this.
What is the best size for WhatsApp?
Max width 1600 px, JPEG at 80% quality — typically 300–500 KB per image.
How do I send high-quality images on WhatsApp?
Tap the attachment icon and choose Document instead of Gallery/Photo.
Does NexusCompress upload my images?
No. All compression happens in your browser — images never leave your device.