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SVG Optimizer

Compress and optimize SVG files. Remove metadata, comments, hidden elements, and redundant attributes. Minify paths and reduce file size.

Optimization Options

How to Use SVG Optimizer

  1. 1Paste SVG code or upload an SVG file.
  2. 2Choose optimization options (remove metadata, minify, etc.).
  3. 3See the optimized SVG with file size comparison.
  4. 4Copy or download the optimized SVG.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does an SVG optimizer do?▾
An SVG optimizer removes unnecessary data from SVG files without changing their appearance. This includes: XML declarations and doctype, editor metadata (Inkscape, Illustrator, Sketch), comments, empty groups and hidden elements, default attribute values, redundant namespace declarations, and unnecessary whitespace. A typical SVG from a design tool contains 30-60% bloat that can be safely removed.
Is it safe to optimize SVGs?▾
Yes, when using standard optimizations. Removing metadata, comments, and default attributes is always safe. Minifying path data (rounding coordinates) is safe for display but may cause sub-pixel differences at extreme zoom. This tool preserves all visual elements and only removes data that does not affect rendering. Always keep your original SVG as a backup.
What is SVGO?▾
SVGO (SVG Optimizer) is the most popular open-source SVG optimization tool, originally created by Kir Belevich. It is a Node.js library used by most SVG optimization tools, build pipelines, and design tool export features. SVGO applies a configurable set of plugins to transform SVG markup. This online tool implements similar optimizations directly in your browser without needing Node.js.
How much can SVGs be compressed?▾
Typical compression ratios: SVGs exported from Illustrator lose 40-60% of file size. Sketch/Figma exports lose 20-40%. Hand-written SVGs lose 10-20%. Icons and simple shapes see the biggest improvements. Complex illustrations with many paths see smaller percentage reductions but larger absolute savings. Combined with gzip/brotli transfer encoding, optimized SVGs are extremely efficient.
Should I use SVG or PNG for web icons?▾
SVG is almost always better for icons and illustrations: infinitely scalable without blur, smaller file size for simple graphics, can be styled with CSS, supports animation, accessible via title/desc elements. Use PNG only for complex photographic content embedded as icons (rare). An optimized SVG icon is typically 200-500 bytes — smaller than any PNG equivalent and sharp at any resolution.
Does this tool send my SVGs to a server?▾
No. All optimization happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your SVG files never leave your device. This is particularly important for SVGs that may contain proprietary designs, brand assets, or other sensitive content.