Compress PDF

Shrink a PDF for email and uploads. Two honest levels — pick your trade-off.

Runs locally — uploads only if you choose cloud history

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Drop a file here, or click to choose

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StandardRepacks the file structure. Text stays selectable. Modest but lossless.HighRe-renders pages as images at 110 DPI. Big savings on scans and image-heavy files — text is no longer selectable.

How to use this tool

Choose a PDF and select standard or high compression. Compare the output size and review the result before using it.

Examples and limitations

Reduce a document for an email attachment. High compression rasterizes pages and can remove selectable text and interactive forms; smaller output is not guaranteed.

Local results are not uploaded to cloud history. Download before closing the tab.

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Common questions

Which PDF compression mode should I choose?

Start with standard compression to rebuild the PDF without rasterizing its pages. High compression turns pages into images and may reduce quality; selectable text and interactive fields can be lost. Review the output before using it.

Can I guarantee a PDF under a particular upload limit?

No. Savings depend on the source document and selected settings, and an already efficient PDF may not become smaller. Compare actual output size. If only some pages are needed, extract them with Split PDF before trying again.

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