Shrinkpad

About Shrinkpad

Shrinkpad is a native macOS application designed for batch compression of images and videos directly on your Mac. It eliminates the need for cloud uploads by processing all files locally using Apple's frameworks, ensuring complete privacy and no dependency on an internet connection. The app allows users to drag and drop hundreds of files or entire folders, apply custom compression settings, and reduce file sizes by up to 90% in seconds while preserving visual quality. It supports over 50 media formats out of the box, including JPG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, MP4, and MOV. Built with a simple yet powerful interface, Shrinkpad is tailored for photographers, designers, content creators, and anyone needing to reclaim significant storage space from bloated media files without sacrificing workflow efficiency or data security.

Features of Shrinkpad

Local, Privacy-First Processing

All compression happens directly on your Mac using native macOS frameworks. Your files are never uploaded to the cloud, guaranteeing complete data privacy and security. This also means you can work offline without any delays or reliance on server speeds, making the process instant and entirely under your control.

Intelligent Batch Compression

Process thousands of images and videos in a single operation. Simply drag and drop an entire folder; Shrinkpad automatically detects all supported media files inside, ignoring non-media items. This saves hours compared to manual, file-by-file processing, handling massive queues without crashing.

Advanced Format & Quality Control

Supports over 50 formats, including RAW images, HEIC, AVIF, MP4, and MOV. Choose from automatic quality presets or manually fine-tune compression settings for each file type. You can set output formats, create custom file naming patterns, choose export locations, and strip metadata with one click.

Optimized Performance for Apple Silicon

Engineered for speed and efficiency on modern Macs. Leverages multi-threaded compression and optimization for Apple Silicon processors to process thousands of files in minutes. This ensures lightning-fast performance, whether you're compressing a few photos or a large library of 4K video footage.

Use Cases of Shrinkpad

Optimizing Digital Assets for Web & Apps

Ideal for developers and web designers who need to reduce app bundle sizes and improve website load times. Batch compress exported images and videos to significantly decrease file sizes, leading to faster Largest Contentful Paint (LCP) scores and better user experience without manual optimization in design tools.

Managing Personal Photo & Video Libraries

Perfect for photographers and casual users with large libraries from iPhones or DSLRs. Quickly compress high-resolution HEIC photos and 4K videos to save substantial storage space on your Mac or before backing up to cloud services, all while maintaining the visual quality important for your memories.

Preparing Content for Social Media & Clients

Essential for content creators and marketers who regularly need to send batches of images or videos. Compress files to meet platform upload limits or create smaller packages for client delivery via email or messaging apps, ensuring quick transfers without lengthy upload waits or quality loss.

Streamlining Agency and Studio Workflows

Built for teams, studios, and agencies that handle large volumes of mixed media. The folder mode and unlimited batching allow entire project asset folders to be optimized in one step, saving hours of repetitive work and ensuring consistent, high-quality compression across all deliverables.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Shrinkpad for free?

Yes, Shrinkpad offers a Free Starter plan with essential tools for casual use. It includes standard compression for common formats like JPG and PNG, with a limit of 10 files per batch and a maximum 1GB file size. For unlimited processing and all features, paid plans are available.

What file formats does Shrinkpad support?

Shrinkpad supports over 50 media formats natively. This includes image formats like JPG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, AVIF, and even RAW files. For video, it supports major formats like MP4 and MOV. There's no need for pre-conversion; drag, drop, and compress.

Does Shrinkpad support video compression?

Yes, Shrinkpad fully supports batch video compression alongside images. You can process mixed batches containing both photos and videos. The app applies optimal compression settings for each video file, significantly reducing MP4 or MOV file sizes while maintaining quality.

Are my files uploaded to the cloud?

No. Shrinkpad operates on a core principle of privacy-first, local processing. All compression is performed entirely on your Mac. Your files never leave your device, ensuring they are never uploaded to any external server or cloud service.

Pricing of Shrinkpad

Shrinkpad offers a simple, one-time payment pricing model with no subscriptions.

Free Starter: $0. Includes standard compression, a limit of 10 files per batch, support for common formats (JPG, PNG), and a max 1GB file size. Does not include video compression.

Personal: $14 one-time payment. Includes everything in Free, plus 1 device license, unlimited batch processing, all formats (RAW, HEIC, WEBP), mixed image & video batches, and no file size limit.

Team: $35 one-time payment. Includes everything in Personal, plus licenses for up to 10 devices and priority support.