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How to compress a PDF to reduce file size

Large PDFs clog inboxes and upload forms. Compress them in your browser while keeping text readable.

Open the tool: Compress PDF online

Steps

  1. Open the PDF compressor and drop your file.
  2. Pick a quality preset — start with balanced.
  3. Review the estimated size reduction.
  4. Download the smaller PDF.

Tips

  • Scanned PDFs shrink more than text-only documents.
  • Keep an original copy before aggressive compression.