[Kellbell]

No matter how small I make my picture, I just cannot get it under 16KB.And this is just a picture that was taken with a phone. How do I get it under 16KB?

[Yana]

Usually, there is an option to save at different qualities, which is what reduces the file size.

[Tom]

Try this: http://www.shrinkpictures.com/ (note: don't use their avatar tool unless you want a square picture)

[Kellbell]

Hey, I finally got my new avatar to work! Looks good, huh?

[Boots]

Looks great!