Low Quality Image Maker

Low Quality Image Maker is a free browser-based tool that turns any photo into a deliberately low quality version. If you need to simulate a bad camera, create a retro or glitchy aesthetic, or produce a small file for testing, this tool gives you instant results without installing anything.

It works by applying three techniques you can combine: compression artifacts, image downscaling, and pixelation. Compression reduces detail and adds blocky noise, downscaling shrinks the resolution for a soft blurred look, and pixelation creates a chunky mosaic effect. You can control the strength of each one with simple sliders and preview the result live.

Everything runs locally in your browser. Your images are never uploaded to a server, so your files stay private and processing is fast. It supports common formats like JPG, PNG, and WebP, and lets you download the processed image instantly. Whether you are a designer mocking up a poor-quality screenshot, a developer testing how your app handles low resolution media, or just having fun, Low Quality Image Maker makes the whole process quick and easy.