Compress PDF

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Reduce PDF file size with flexible quality options. Choose the right balance between smaller files and image quality for sharing or storage.

How to Compress PDF Files

  1. Select or drag the PDF file you want to compress into the upload area. The file stays on your device and is processed in your browser.
  2. Review the file name, size, page count, and first-page preview to make sure you selected the correct document.
  3. Choose a compression level. Less and Recommended Compression preserve selectable text. Extreme Compression reduces image-heavy PDFs more by converting pages to readable JPEG images, so text will no longer be selectable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will compressing a PDF reduce its quality?

It depends on the level you choose. Less and Recommended Compression preserve selectable text. Extreme Compression converts pages to readable JPEG images, which can slightly reduce image quality and makes text no longer selectable in the result.

Are my PDF files uploaded to a server?

No. Compression runs locally in your browser, so your PDF stays on your device and is never uploaded to a server.

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