=== Squeeze ===
Contributors: barb0ss
Tags: compress, image, optimise, compression, bulk, optimisation
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.2.2
Requires PHP: 7.0
Stable tag: 1.2
License: GNU GPL v3 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html
The Squeeze plugin for WordPress allows you to easily optimize and compress images on your website using the [Squoosh.app](https://squoosh.app) service. Squoosh.app is a powerful online tool for image compression, providing excellent image quality while reducing file sizes.
== Description ==
**This is NOT official Squoosh.app plugin. It only uses squoosh.app compression scripts.**
This plugin uses [Squoosh.app](https://squoosh.app) compression scripts, allowing you to compress images directly from your WordPress media library or during the image upload process. By compressing your images, you can improve your website\'s performance, reduce bandwidth usage, and enhance the overall user experience.
== Features ==
* Image Compression: Automatically compresses images in your WordPress media library using Squoosh.app\'s advanced compression algorithms.
* Upload Optimization: Compresses images on-the-fly during the upload process, ensuring optimized images are added to your media library.
* Bulk Compression: Allows you to compress multiple images at once.
* Selective Compression: Choose which images to compress based on your preferences and requirements.
* Custom Compression Settings: Adjust compression parameters such as quality, resizing, and format options to suit your specific needs.
* Restore Option: Provides a restore option to use backup file to restore compressed image to the original image.
== Installation ==
1. Download the plugin ZIP file from the WordPress Plugin Directory, or install the plugin via the WordPress plugin installer.
2. Extract the ZIP file (if downloaded from WordPress Plugin Directory).
3. Upload the plugin folder to the wp-content/plugins/ directory of your WordPress installation.
4. Activate the Squeeze plugin from the WordPress plugins dashboard.
== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= How does the plugin work? =
The plugin uses Squoosh.app's compression algorithms and provides you with the ability to compress images in your WordPress media library or during the image upload process.
= Why should I use image compression on my website? =
Image compression helps improve your website's performance by reducing the file size of images without significantly impacting their quality. Smaller image files load faster, resulting in faster page load times and a better user experience. Additionally, compressed images consume less bandwidth, which can be beneficial for websites with limited hosting resources or mobile users with limited data plans.
= Which image formats does the Squeeze plugin work with? =
Currently, the Squeeze plugin supports JPG and PNG image formats. More formats are about to be added.
= Can I compress multiple images at once? =
Yes, the plugin provides a bulk compression feature. This saves time and effort compared to compressing images individually.
= Can I customize the compression settings? =
Yes, the plugin allows you to customize various compression settings according to your preferences. It supports the same options as Squoosh.app provides.
= How can I test compression settings before upload my images to the media library? =
You can test different options directly on [Squoosh.app](https://squoosh.app). For JPG images select MozJPEG encoder, for PNG images choose OxiPNG.
== Screenshots ==
1. Squeeze Settings
2. Squeeze Bulk Compression Page
3. Squeeze Restore Option
4. Non-optimised image
5. Optimised image with Squeeze Plugin
== Changelog ==
= 1.2 =
* Fix minor bug in Media library
= 1.1 =
* Fix PNG compressor
= 1.0 =
* First release.
== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.2 =
* Fix minor bug in Media library
= 1.1 =
* Fix PNG compressor
= 1.0 =
* First release.
