Reduce file size by choosing the compression method that best suits your document. Supports multiple PDFs.
Click to select files or drag and drop
One or more PDF files
Your files never leave your device.
Choose 'Vector' for text based PDFs, or 'Photon' for scanned documents and complex images.
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PDF compression reduces the file size of your PDF documents by optimizing images, removing redundant data, and using more efficient encoding methods. This is essential for:
Compression Benefits
Drag & drop or select your PDF files. Process multiple files simultaneously. Your files stay on your device.
Select compression level and algorithm based on your needs. Preview estimated size reduction before processing.
Download compressed PDFs individually or as a ZIP archive. Compare original and compressed file sizes.
| Level | Best For | Size Reduction | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Quality | Official documents, presentations | 10-30% | Excellent |
| Balanced | General use, email attachments | 30-60% | Very Good |
| Small Size | Web uploads, large documents | 60-80% | Good |
| Extreme | Archival, text-only documents | 80-90% | Acceptable |
Vector Algorithm: Best for text-heavy PDFs with vector graphics. Preserves sharp text edges.
Photon Algorithm: Best for scanned documents and complex images. Optimizes photographic content.
It depends on the compression level you choose:
We recommend using "Balanced" for most documents as it offers the best trade-off between size and quality.
Yes, but you need to decrypt them first:
Note: For security reasons, we cannot process encrypted files directly.
Our tool can handle large PDF files, but browser memory limits apply:
For very large files (1GB+), we recommend:
Choose based on your PDF content:
Yes, 100% secure:
For extra security, you can work offline or use private/incognito browsing mode.