Shrinkpad is a native macOS app for batch compressing images and videos locally, offering one-click optimization of thousands of files without cloud uploads.
What is Shrinkpad?
Shrinkpad is a native macOS desktop application (version 1.2.7, requires macOS 14+ with full support for Apple Silicon M1-M4 and Intel) that compresses images and videos in bulk. It accepts drag-and-drop files or entire folders and outputs optimized files with reduced size while preserving visual quality. Developed by an independent team, Shrinkpad prioritizes privacy by running all processing on-device.
Key Features
- Batch Compression — Process unlimited files in one batch (free tier limited to 10 files) with multi-threaded performance optimized for Apple Silicon.
- Wide Format Support — Handles 30+ image formats (JPEG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, TIFF, GIF, BMP, plus RAW from Canon, Nikon, Sony, etc.) and video formats (MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MKV).
- Privacy First — All compression happens locally; no files are uploaded to the cloud, ensuring sensitive assets never leave your device.
- Smart Automation — Automatically analyzes visual complexity to apply optimal compression settings (default QualityAuto at 85%) without visible artifacts.
- Folder Mode — Drop an entire folder and Shrinkpad auto-detects all supported media files, ignoring non-media, with automatic detection of 847 files in a demo.
- Preset Controls — Fine-tune quality (1-100%), output format, dimensions, and naming conventions; save presets for repeat workflows.
- Mixed Media — Process images and videos in the same batch with per-file optimal settings.
Who should use Shrinkpad?
- Photographers managing large libraries of RAW and JPEG files who need to reduce storage without losing quality.
- Web developers optimizing app bundle sizes and website assets to improve LCP scores and load times.
- Designers preparing assets exported at 2x/4x from Figma or Photoshop, using batch automation for renaming and compression.
- Video creators who need to compress MP4 or MOV footage without uploading to cloud services.
What can you do with Shrinkpad?
- Compress a folder of mixed media: Drag a folder containing both images and videos; Shrinkpad identifies all 30+ supported formats, applies optimal compression, and processes them in one batch.
- Automate bulk renaming: Use the Auto-rename feature while compressing to standardize file names across thousands of assets.
- Reduce bundle size for apps: Export all assets at high resolution from design tools, then batch compress to shrink app size without manual intervention.
- Optimize for web performance: Achieve average file size reductions of 78-82% for images and 65% for video as shown in the demo, helping sites achieve faster LCP scores.
How does Shrinkpad work?
Drag files or folders onto the app. Shrinkpad automatically detects all supported media, analyzes each file's complexity, and applies the best compression settings. You can review estimated savings (e.g., 2.4 GB from 847 files) and then compress with one click. Processing is local and multi-threaded.
Pricing
Free Starter: Standard compression, 10 files per batch, common formats (JPG, PNG), max 1GB file size, no video compression. Personal: $14 one-time, 1 device, unlimited batches, all formats, mixed image/video, no size limit. Team: $35 one-time, 10 devices, priority support. Download for Mac | View Plans
FAQ
Is Shrinkpad free?
Yes, there's a free tier with up to 10 files per batch and standard compression for JPG/PNG only. For unlimited batch processing and all formats, purchase a Personal or Team license.
What file formats are supported?
Images: JPEG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, TIFF, GIF, BMP, and many RAW formats (Canon CR2/CR3, Nikon NEF, Sony ARW, etc.). Videos: MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MKV.
Does Shrinkpad upload my files to the cloud?
No. All compression happens locally on your Mac. Your files never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy.
How many files can I process at once?
Free tier: up to 10 files per batch. Personal and Team licenses: unlimited files per batch.
Can I compress videos with the free version?
No, video compression is only available on Personal ($14) and Team ($35) licenses.
