Compress PDF Files

Shrink heavy PDFs to a shareable size while keeping them readable.

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PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, JPG and more - up to 100 MB per file.

Your files are converted in seconds and never stored. We do not read, share or sell your documents.

Free unlimited conversions, no sign-up required.

Email bounced because the PDF was too big? Compression reduces file size dramatically - often by 70-90% - while keeping text crisp and images perfectly usable.

How it works

  1. Upload the large PDF.
  2. Compression optimizes images and embedded resources.
  3. Download the smaller PDF and send it on its way.

Why use this tool

  • Typical reduction of 70-90% for image-heavy documents.
  • Text stays sharp and selectable - this is not a screenshot trick.
  • Ideal for email attachments, upload forms and slow connections.
  • Original quality preserved as much as the compression level allows.

Frequently asked questions

How much smaller will my PDF get?

Image-heavy PDFs often shrink by 70-90%. Text-only PDFs are already small and shrink less.

Will compression damage my document?

Text is untouched. Images are re-encoded at a size that stays readable on screen and in print.

Can I choose the compression level?

A balanced level is applied automatically - it keeps quality high while shrinking the file size noticeably.

Is there a size limit for input?

Every plan accepts files up to 100 MB per file. Pro adds unlimited OCR, batch processing and priority processing.

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