Compress PDF online

Pick the right level: lossless structure optimization, or render pages as lower-resolution images for the smallest file.

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How to Compress PDF

  1. 1

    Open your PDF

  2. 2

    Choose a compression level

  3. 3

    Compare sizes and download

Highlights

Three levels

Standard (lossless), medium (150 dpi) and high (80 dpi).

Before / after

See the original and compressed sizes side by side.

Private

Files never leave your device — ideal for contracts and medical records.

FAQ

Why did my file get bigger?

Text-heavy PDFs are already small, and turning pages into images can make them larger. Use “Standard” in that case.

Can I still copy text after compressing?

“Standard” keeps text; “Medium” and “High” convert pages into images.

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