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Compress PDF to a Target Size

Get a PDF under an exact size limit in KB or MB.

Drop files here or

One or more PDF files · or paste with Ctrl+V

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Your files never leave your device

Photos and scans inside the PDF are made smaller. Text stays sharp and selectable.

How it works

  1. Type the size limit, for example 500 KB or 2 MB.
  2. Drop your PDF.
  3. Download the file once it fits.

About this tool

Upload portals often reject PDFs over a set size. This tool tries stronger and stronger compression on the images inside your PDF until the file fits under your limit.

If the PDF is mostly text, it may not be able to reach very small sizes. The tool tells you the smallest size it could reach.

Frequently asked questions

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. Everything happens inside your browser, on your own device. Your files are never sent anywhere, and the tool keeps working even if you go offline after the page has loaded.

Will the text still be readable?

Yes. Only images are compressed. Text and vector graphics are never changed.

Is it free?

Yes, completely free, with no sign-up, no watermark and no daily limit.

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