TIFF Compressor

Reduce TIFF file sizes with powerful compression algorithms. Choose from LZW (lossless), ZIP, or JPEG compression to optimize your TIFF images for storage and sharing. Perfect for photographers, print professionals, and anyone working with high-quality TIFF files.

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TIFF TIF Batch Upload
Max 50MB per file - Up to 10 files
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How to Compress TIFF Files

  1. Upload your TIFF images by dragging and dropping or clicking the upload area. You can process up to 10 files at once for batch compression.
  2. Select a compression algorithm: Choose LZW for lossless compression, ZIP for good compression ratios, or JPEG if you need maximum file size reduction.
  3. Configure additional options: Adjust color space, bit depth, and decide whether to strip metadata or flatten layers.
  4. Download your compressed files: Get individual files or download all as a ZIP archive. Check the TIFF Analyzer to verify your results.
Pro tip: For maximum compatibility, use LZW compression. If you need to share files via email or web, consider converting to JPG or WebP for even smaller files.

TIFF Compression Algorithms Explained

LZW

Lempel-Ziv-Welch: A lossless compression algorithm that works well for images with large areas of uniform color. Widely supported and ideal for graphics, logos, and scanned documents. Typically reduces file size by 20-50% without any quality loss.

ZIP

Deflate/ZIP: Another lossless algorithm similar to PNG compression. Often provides slightly better compression than LZW for photographic content. Excellent choice when you need maximum lossless compression.

JPEG

JPEG Compression: Lossy compression that can dramatically reduce file sizes (up to 90%). Best for photographs where some quality loss is acceptable. Not recommended for graphics with sharp edges or text. Use the JPG Compressor for standalone JPEG files.

PackBits

Run-Length Encoding: A simple lossless compression that's very fast but provides minimal compression. Best for images with many repeated pixel values. Universal compatibility with all TIFF readers.

When to Use TIFF Format

Print Production

TIFF is the standard format for professional printing and publishing. Use our TIFF Resizer to prepare files for specific print dimensions.

Archival Storage

Lossless TIFF compression preserves every detail for long-term storage. Perfect for digitizing documents and historical photographs.

Scanning Documents

TIFF maintains the quality of scanned documents while reducing file size. Consider converting to PNG for web sharing.

Photography Workflow

Many photographers use TIFF as an intermediate format for editing. Compress for storage, then convert to JPG for delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

For most uses, LZW compression is the best choice. It's lossless, well-supported, and provides good compression ratios. Use ZIP if you need slightly better compression for photos. Only use JPEG compression if file size is critical and some quality loss is acceptable. For web delivery, consider using our TIFF to WebP converter instead.

LZW, ZIP, and PackBits are lossless compression methods that preserve 100% of the original image quality. Only JPEG compression is lossy and may introduce artifacts. Use our TIFF Analyzer to compare original and compressed files.

Stripping metadata removes EXIF, IPTC, and XMP data from your TIFF files. This includes camera information, GPS coordinates, and editing history. It reduces file size slightly and protects your privacy. Keep metadata if you need to preserve copyright or location information.

Yes! This tool supports multi-page TIFF files. All pages will be compressed using your selected settings. The page structure is preserved in the output file. For document workflows, you might also want to try our Image to PDF converter.

8-bit images can display 256 levels per color channel (16.7 million colors total). 16-bit images can display 65,536 levels per channel, providing smoother gradients and more editing flexibility. Converting from 16-bit to 8-bit significantly reduces file size but may cause banding in smooth gradients.

This can happen if the original file was already heavily compressed with a different algorithm, or if the image content doesn't compress well with your chosen method. Try a different compression algorithm, or consider converting to WebP or AVIF for better results.

Each file can be up to 50MB, and you can upload up to 10 files at once. For very large files, consider using the resize option to reduce dimensions first. Files are processed on our servers and automatically deleted after 24 hours.

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