Small Pics The easiest way to process images on the fly.

Transform, compress, and cache your images with a simple API.

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The platform is stable. The Beta plan is active while we figure out pricing.

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Optimized image preview
Original
2.1 MB • 4096×2722 • JPEG
Small Pics
15.4 KB • 460x345 • AVIF

Trusted by smart teams.

  • Kooima Ag
    Kooima Ag
  • Aretyn
    Aretyn
  • Foster Commerce
    Foster Commerce
  • SFS Architecture
    SFS Architecture

Fast images. Simple API. Predictable costs.

A small, focused tool for on-the-fly image transforms. Sane by default.

Image transforms

Crop, resize, format, quality, rotate and more.

Predictable billing (coming soon)

Clear tiers. No surprise overages.

Fast by default

Global cache, automatic AVIF and WebP encoding.

URL-first API

Point and ship. No SDK required.

Secure by default

Signed URLs and origin shielding.

Edge delivery

Instant purge and worldwide cache.

FAQs

Quick answers about Small Pics

What is Small Pics?
A URL-first image service for on-the-fly transforms that optimizes and caches at the edge.
Why did you build Small Pics?
At our day job at Foster Commerce, clients were getting gouged by other services. We built a focused, affordable alternative.
How much will it cost?
Pricing will be posted before public launch. Goal is affordable and predictable.
Will there be variable usage billing?
No. Three tiers with usage caps.
What image formats do you output?
AVIF, GIF, JPG, PJPG, PNG, and WebP.
What origins are supported?
Any public HTTP origin, plus S3, DO Spaces, Hetzner Object Storage, and Cloudflare R2.
Will it be possible to secure URLs?
Yes.
When can I try it?
Right now! Public beta is open. Sign up to get started.