Draft:Compress Go
Type of site | File compression tool |
|---|---|
| Available in | Multilingual |
| Owner | Lasitha Rajapaksha |
| URL | https://compress-go.com/ |
| Commercial | Yes |
| Launched | 2023 |
| Current status | Active |
Compress Go (also known as Compress-Go) is a browser-based platform providing tools for client-side compression and conversion of files including images, documents, audio, video, and ZIP archives.
History
[edit]Compress Go was launched in 2023. The platform is operated by Lasitha Rajapaksha, a company based in sri lanka.[1]
The service is reportedly founded by Lasitha Rajapaksha, a Sri Lankan software developer, who is listed on Wikidata as its CEO.[2]
Features
[edit]According to its own documentation and third-party descriptions, Compress Go provides:
- Client-side compression of images (e.g., JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP), documents (PDF, DOCX, XLSX), audio (MP3, WAV), and video files (MP4, MOV, AVI)[3][4]
- ZIP archive creation and batch processing[5][6]
- Format conversion tools (e.g., PNG to JPG)
- A drag-and-drop interface that works directly in the user's browser
- Privacy emphasis through local file handling—no server-side uploads or long-term storage[7]
Reception
[edit]User reviews on Trustpilot rate the platform at about 4.3 out of 5, noting strong performance and ease of use, though some mention file size limitations in the free version.[8]
G2, which verifies reviewers and claims 100% "Verified User" reviews, also gives the platform “top rated” status with a 4.8/5 score based on a small number of reviews.[9]
Security-oriented review sites, including ScamMinder and EvenInsight, classify compress2go.com as a legitimate service with a high trust score, referencing its HTTPS implementation, company address listings, and privacy policy.[10][11]
Limitations
[edit]Independent reviews note that free-use file size limits apply and that premium features may be necessary for large files.[12]
Privacy and Security
[edit]The platform operates over HTTPS, uses let’s encrypt certificates, and publicly states that file processing occurs locally, with no file retention on remote servers.[13][14]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Online File Compressor - Reduce the file size of your files". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Lasitha rajapaksha – Wikidata". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "CompressGo - Free Online File Compressor". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Compress2Go Reviews & Product Details". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "CompressGo - Free Online File Compressor". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Compress2Go Reviews & Product Details". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "CompressGo - Free Online File Compressor". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Compress2Go.com Reviews". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
{{cite web}}: Text "Trustpilot" ignored (help) - ^ "Compress2Go Reviews 2025: Details, Pricing, & Features". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "is compress2go.com legitimate or a scam?". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Compress2go.com Review: Legit or Scam?". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Compress-Go.com Reviews". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
{{cite web}}: Text "Trustpilot" ignored (help) - ^ "is compress2go.com legitimate or a scam?". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "CompressGo - Free Online File Compressor". Retrieved 2025-06-30.