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.

WPOptimizers

WPOptimizers – Image Optimizer Lite is a fast, lightweight WordPress plugin that automatically compresses and optimizes your images using smart API-based compression — helping you improve page speed, Core Web Vitals, and SEO rankings without any technical setup.
Whether you’re a blogger, business owner, or developer, this plugin handles image optimization in the background so you don’t have to.
<h4>Why WPOptimizers Lite?</h4>
Unlike bulky image optimization plugins that require complex configurations, WPOptimizers Lite is designed for users who want a simple, free, and effective solution:
– No complicated setup needed to get started 
– Automatically optimizes images on upload 
– Reduce image file sizes by up to 70% without visible quality loss 
– Works with any WordPress theme, plugin, or page builder 
– Clean, beginner-friendly admin interface 
– No extra server load — API handles the compression
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>One-click bulk optimization – optimize your entire media library instantly</li>
<li>Auto-optimize on upload – every new image is compressed automatically</li>
<li>JPEG, PNG & GIF support – covers all common image formats</li>
<li>Media Library badge – instantly see which images are optimized or pending</li>
<li>Animated progress bar – real-time bulk optimization progress</li>
<li>Proper status saving – optimization status persists after page refresh</li>
<li>Core Web Vitals improvement – faster LCP and better PageSpeed scores</li>
<li>WooCommerce & page builder compatible – works with Elementor, Divi, Gutenberg, and more</li>
</ul>
<h4>Pro Version (Coming Soon)</h4>
A Pro version with advanced features including WebP conversion, custom compression levels, CDN integration, and priority support is currently in development.
If you need a fast, lightweight, and beginner-friendly WordPress image optimizer, WPOptimizers Lite is the perfect starting point to make your website load faster and rank higher.

WPOptimizers – Image Optimizer Lite

Automatically compress images using smart API-based optimization. Reduce file size up to 70% and improve page speed instantly.

SMNTCS Deactivate image compression vs WPOptimizers – Image Optimizer Lite