Compress PDF - Reduce File Size Free
Compress PDF files to shrink their size with optimized images and metadata removal. Free, effective, and private in your browser.
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About This Tool
Compress PDF shrinks bulky PDFs with smart image optimization and optional metadata removal - often cutting file size dramatically while keeping text crisp.
Effortlessly fit your PDFs into email limits, upload faster, and stop hitting size caps.
Compression runs locally in your browser, so your file stays private and the tool is free.
How to Use
Upload your PDF
Drag and drop up to 10 PDFs you want to compress.
Choose options
Set image optimization and whether to strip metadata.
Compress
Run compression and compare the new size.
Download
Download your smaller PDF files.
Use Cases
Email Ready
Shrink PDFs to fit email attachment limits.
Faster Uploads
Reduce upload time for forms and portals.
Storage Savings
Cut the size of your PDF archive.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much will my PDF shrink?
The result depends on your content; image-heavy PDFs often compress by 50% or more.
Do you remove metadata too?
Yes - optional metadata removal further reduces size and privacy exposure.
Is my PDF uploaded?
No - compression happens entirely in your browser.