Image optimization API

Optimize the size and structure of an image file with our image optimization API. Leverage adaptive document learning, image analysis, and compression algorithms to optimize images in your application or custom workflows.

Built for seamless integration

Use a simple API to sign and validate documents in your own platform, or automate it with tools like Zapier — without dealing with complex signature logic or infrastructure.

Try it instantly on Zapier

No code? No problem. Connect Nutrient DWS Processor API to your favorite apps with Zapier to automate document workflows and save time on repetitive tasks.

Simple and transparent pricing

Select a package that suits your needs according to the number of credits you wish to spend. Each API tool and action has a specific credit cost.


Try it out

This example will optimize and compress your document.


Try it out in three steps

  1. Add a PDF named document.pdf to your project folder.
  2. Run the code from the same folder.
  3. Open result.pdf to see the output.
curl -X POST https://api.nutrient.io/build \
-H "Authorization: Bearer your_api_key_here" \
-o result.pdf \
--fail \
-F document=@document.pdf \
-F instructions='{
"parts": [
{
"file": "document"
}
],
"output": {
"type": "pdf",
"optimize": {
"disableImages": false,
"mrcCompression": true,
"imageOptimizationQuality": 2
}
}
}'

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Hyper-compression for complex PDFs

Reduce large, image-heavy PDFs without sacrificing clarity. The image optimization API uses advanced mixed raster content (MRC) compression to intelligently segment text, graphics, and images — applying the optimal compression method to each layer. The result: dramatically smaller files with preserved readability and visual fidelity.

PDF hyper-compression
Advanced MRC compression

Industry-standard mixed raster content (MRC) techniques optimized for document workflows.

Intelligent segmentation

Automatically prevents quality loss by separating text, graphics, and photographic elements before compression.

Smaller files, preserved clarity

Reduce PDF file size while maintaining sharp text and clean visuals.

Optimized for complex layouts

Ideal for structured business documents combining scanned pages, vector graphics, and embedded images.


Most common next steps

Connect image optimization to getting started, pricing, image quality, and broader compression workflows

Security is our top priority

No document storage

No input or resulting documents are stored on our infrastructure. All files are deleted as soon as a request finishes. Alternatively, check out our self-hosted product.

HTTPS encryption

All communication between your application and Nutrient is done via HTTPS to ensure your data is encrypted when it’s sent to us.

Safe payment processing

All payments are handled by Paddle. Nutrient DWS Processor API never has direct access to any of your payment data.

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