Reduce PDF size
Runs in your browser. Your files never leave your device.
How to compress a PDF
- 01Add your PDFSelect or drag a PDF file into the box.
- 02Set the qualityChoose a compression level. Image-heavy PDFs shrink the most.
- 03DownloadSave the smaller PDF. All compression happens locally on your device.
When it works best
Compression saves the most on scanned PDFs or ones full of images. Text-only PDFs are already light and barely shrink. Pick the lowest level that still keeps text readable.
FAQ
How do I reduce a PDF size?
Add the PDF, choose the compression level and download. Works best on scanned PDFs or ones full of images.
Are my files uploaded?
No. Compression runs in your browser. Your PDF never leaves your device.
How do I reduce the size of a PDF file?
Load the PDF, pick a compression level, and download. PDFs with lots of images or scans shrink the most.
How do I make a PDF smaller to send by email?
Use a stronger compression level: images get recompressed and the final file becomes much lighter to attach.
How does it reduce size?
Pages are re-rendered and images recompressed. This works best for scanned or image-heavy PDFs.
Does it keep selectable text?
High compression rasterizes pages, which can drop selectable text. Use a higher quality level to retain more fidelity.
Is it free?
Yes. No signup, no limits, no watermark.
