Compress PDF
Reduce file sizes while maintaining maximum visual quality.
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Drag & drop a PDF to compress
Free Compress PDF Tool
Reduce the file size of any PDF while preserving readable quality. Great for emailing, uploading to forms, or saving storage space.
How to use this tool
- 1
Upload your PDF
Drag & drop or browse for the PDF you want to shrink.
- 2
Choose a compression level
Higher compression = smaller file but slightly lower image quality.
- 3
Download the compressed PDF
Save your optimized file.
Pro tips
- Image-heavy PDFs compress the most.
- Text-only PDFs are already small — expect modest savings.
Frequently asked questions
Will compression affect text quality?
No — text remains crisp. Only embedded images are recompressed.
Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
No — compression happens entirely in your browser.
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