Compress SVG format using C#

SVG Compression Overview

Aspose.ZIP for .NET provides a fully managed C# API for compressing SVG image files in server-side and desktop applications. It supports batch operations, stream I/O, and configurable compression settings for predictable outputs. This is useful for archiving image sets, scans, or design exports. Archive SVG data into ZIP, 7Zip, TAR, GZIP, and more with no third-party tools; encryption and password protection are available for sensitive content. This makes automation straightforward for build pipelines, backups, or content distribution workflows.

  PM> Install-Package Aspose.ZIP

C# Example: Create a ZIP Archive from SVG Files

The snippet below shows the core API steps to compress a SVG file: create an Archive object, add the entry, and save the resulting ZIP.

Compress SVG file via .NET:

    var dir = "full directory path";
    using (var arch = new Archive())
    {
    arch.CreateEntry("filename.svg", dir+"file.svg");
    arch.Save(dir+"archived_result.zip");
    }

FAQ

Can I compress multiple SVG files into a single ZIP archive using C#

1. Yes. Aspose.ZIP for .NET allows you to load and compress multiple SVG files by adding each file as an entry to the Archive object. You can combine individual files, folders, or streams into a single ZIP archive through a straightforward C# workflow.

Does Aspose.ZIP for .NET reduce the original quality of SVG files?

2. No. Aspose.ZIP performs lossless compression, meaning that the content and quality of your SVG files remain unchanged. The library only reduces file size by applying efficient archive compression algorithms without altering the actual data inside the file.

Can I password-protect ZIP archives that contain SVG files?

3. Yes. The library supports password protection and AES encryption, allowing you to securely package sensitive SVG files. You can specify encryption settings when creating entries or during the archive-generation process.