Niels Lange

Deactivate the WordPress default image compression which got introduced with <a href="https://developer.wordpress.org/reference/hooks/jpeg_quality/" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress 2.5</a>.
<h3>Purpose</h3>
By default, WordPress compress every uploaded image by 90%. In combination with other image optimisation tools, this can lead to pixelated images. This plugin deactivates the default image compression to avoid this issue.

SMNTCS Deactivate image compression

Deactivate the WordPress default image compression.

Kaan Karakaş

Smart Image Editor is a powerful yet user-friendly WordPress plugin that lets you resize, crop, and compress images directly from your Media Library. Whether you run a blog, a photography site, or an online store, this tool makes image optimization fast and intuitive — no external editors required.
Key Features 
– Manual Image Resizing & Cropping — Set exact width and height values and instantly preview the crop area with a dynamic adjustable frame. 
– Zoom & Pan Support — Easily zoom in on large images and pan to focus on the exact section you need. 
– WebP Format Export — Save images in the modern, lightweight WebP format for faster page loads and better SEO performance. 
– Image Compression — Reduce file size without losing visible quality to improve site speed and save storage space. 
– Live Preview — See exactly how your image will look before applying changes. 
– Simple Interface — Designed for beginners and professionals alike, with an intuitive workflow.
Why WebP + Compression? 
WebP provides excellent compression and quality balance. Combined with adjustable quality settings, Smart Image Editor can dramatically decrease image sizes while keeping them sharp — resulting in faster pages, better Core Web Vitals, and improved SEO.
Typical Workflow 
1. Open Media → Library and select an image. 
2. Launch Smart Image Editor from the toolbar. 
3. Enter your target width/height, pick WebP (or keep original format), and set quality. 
4. Use the crop frame with Zoom & Pan to fine-tune. 
5. Save and use the optimized image immediately.

Smart Image Editor

Resize, crop, and compress images directly in the Media Library — with manual crop frame, zoom & pan, WebP export, and live preview.

SMNTCS Deactivate image compression vs Smart Image Editor