Compress PDF

Optimize PDF file size while keeping its text layer. Optionally reduce embedded JPEG images without rasterizing pages.

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How to use this tool

  1. 1Add your files.
  2. 2Choose settings and check the file order or selected pages.
  3. 3Start processing and download the output.

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Optimization repacks the document structure and can reduce eligible embedded JPEG images. The text layer is not rasterized. If the reduction is less than 2%, the original document is kept and an explanation is shown.

No. Processing runs in your browser on your device.

Frequently asked questions

Will every PDF become smaller?

No. Already optimized documents may not shrink. The original is kept in that case and a message is shown. Pages are not converted to images.

Are documents uploaded to a server?

No. Processing runs in your browser on your device.

Can I process a password-protected PDF?

Use an unencrypted document. Protected PDFs are not accepted.

What should I check in the output?

Check the pages, text, images and order. Digital signatures, complex forms and attachments may change during processing.

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