Compress PDF

Shrink large PDF files so they fit email limits and upload forms. Pick a compression level and download the smaller file.

Your files stay on your device. Processing happens entirely in your browser.

How to Compress PDF

  1. Choose or drop one or more PDF files.
  2. Pick a compression level.
  3. Click "Compress PDF" and download the smaller file.

Frequently asked questions

How much smaller will my PDF get?

It depends on the content. Scanned documents and PDFs with many images usually shrink the most, often by 50–90%.

Will the text stay selectable?

With "Light" compression, yes. "Recommended" and "Strong" turn each page into an optimized image, so text can no longer be selected or searched.

Are my files uploaded?

No. Compression runs entirely in your browser, so your files never leave your device.

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