The Compress tool reduces the weight of a file so it is easier to email, publish or store.
Two levels: a standard mode that keeps text selectable, and an optimize-maximum mode that re-encodes each page as a compressed image — ideal for heavy scans.
As always, compression happens in your browser: no limits, no upload, your files stay on your device.
How to compress a pdf
- Add your PDF. Drop the large document.
- Choose the level. 'Normal' keeps selectable text, 'Maximum' compresses harder.
- Download the result. The lighter PDF is generated at once.
Frequently asked questions
Why doesn't compression change the size?
A file already optimized or with few images has little room. Try maximum mode if text is secondary.
Is the text still selectable?
In normal mode yes; in maximum mode pages become images.
Do my files go to a server?
No. Everything is local.
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