Compress PDF
Shrink a PDF under 5 MB, 2 MB or 1 MB, free and with no account.
Processed on our server, then deleted
Unlike merge, split and reorder, this tool needs our server. The file travels over an encrypted connection, is used only for this operation and is deleted within 60 minutes, or right away with the button you see after the download. It is never shared with anyone.
How to use
- Select a PDF.
- Choose a compression level.
- Press Compress PDF and check the result.
Compress a PDF under 1 MB, 2 MB or 5 MB
High quality
5 MBLight compression, usually enough for a typical 5 MB email limit.
Balanced
2 MBSelected by default. A good next step toward 2 MB.
Maximum compression
1 MBAims toward 1 MB; photos and scans may lose some detail.
Always open the result and check that text, signatures and stamps are still readable.
Privacy
Files are uploaded to the server only to complete your request. They are deleted automatically within 60 minutes and are not available to people or to AI systems.
Frequently asked questions
The tool optimizes images and removes unnecessary data to reduce file size while keeping the document readable.
Compression works best on PDFs with images. Text-only files may not shrink much.
Choose Maximum compression, then check that the file is still readable. If it is a scan and still too large, rescan at 150 dpi or remove extra pages.
High quality (light compression) and Balanced usually keep text sharp. Maximum compression may soften images, so review the file before you send it.
Read the guide: How to compress a PDF under 1 MB (or 2, 5 MB) for email and online portals