imgproxy

About imgproxy

imgproxy is a fast and secure standalone server for resizing and converting remote images on the fly. It eliminates the need to prepare image variants beforehand by processing them dynamically based on URL parameters. The server is self-hosted, running on your own infrastructure, avoiding unclear SaaS pricing and the need to send images to third parties.

Distributed as Docker images and Linux packages, imgproxy is ready to run on virtually any hosting service or local machine. It supports all commonly used static image formats including JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP, AVIF, JPEG XL, as well as GIFs, video files, and PDFs. The open-source version is published on GitHub under the MIT license, with a commercial Pro version packed with advanced features.

The guiding principles behind imgproxy are security, speed, and simplicity. It protects image processing from common attack vectors through image bomb detection, URL signing, and authorization controls. Performance is built using best image processing practices and techniques, providing best-in-class performance with low memory footprint through libvips.

• proxy
• api
• image-processing
• open-source
• docker
• self-hosted
• image optimization

FAQ

Do I need imgproxy?

If your product involves serving images to users and you care about user experience, response times, and cloud bills, then imgproxy is for you. It supports all commonly used static image formats as well as GIFs, video files, and PDFs.

Why use imgproxy instead of a third-party SaaS?

Third-party platforms usually charge you based on the number of image transformations or storage, so costs grow with your business. With imgproxy, you control your infrastructure, avoid performance bottlenecks from external vendors, and maintain compliance with data protection laws.

How does imgproxy Pro pricing work?

Pricing is based on the total number of workers across all instances (the number of images your servers can process simultaneously). Pricing starts from $49/month or $499/year for 16 workers, which most small and medium-sized businesses need between 16 and 64 workers.

Can I try imgproxy Pro for free?

Yes, you can request access to a free trial of imgproxy Pro, which provides full access and a trial license for 14 days by default, with the option to request extensions.

What happens if I exceed my worker limit?

All licenses have soft limits by default, and you can exceed them for short periods to handle traffic spikes or migrations. If you need to exceed limits constantly, contact the team and they will adjust your license to your needs.