ImageKit
A complete visual media platform for websites and apps, offering image and video optimization, AI-powered DAM, and creative automation.
Last updated September 1, 2026
Overview
ImageKit is a visual media platform that provides real-time image and video optimization, transformation, and delivery, along with an AI-powered digital asset management (DAM) system and creative automation tools. It was founded in October 2016 by former Ixigo colleagues Rahul Nanwani, Manu Chaudhary, and Somesh Khatkar, and officially launched in January 2017. The platform is trusted by 300K developers and 3,000+ high-growth businesses in 85 countries.
History
ImageKit was founded in October 2016 by former Ixigo colleagues Rahul Nanwani, Manu Chaudhary, and Somesh Khatkar, who recognized a gap in the market for seamless image optimization tools. The MVP was developed in three months, and ImageKit.io was officially unveiled in January 2017. In 2022, the company added a Video Optimization, Transformation, and Streaming product. In Q1 2023, it introduced a Digital Asset Management platform. Today, ImageKit processes over a billion media assets every day.
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