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PDF Compressor

Compress PDF files free online. Reduce file size in your browser — no upload needed.

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Drag & drop PDF here or click to browse

What This Tool Does

This tool compresses PDF files by rewriting and optimizing them using pdf-lib. It removes redundant data and streamlines the internal structure to reduce file size while preserving all visible content, text, and images.

How to Use

  1. Upload your PDF file by dragging it in or clicking to browse.
  2. The tool processes the PDF entirely in your browser.
  3. Click "Compress PDF" and download the optimized file.

Supported Formats

PDF input PDF output (optimized)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much smaller will my PDF be?

Results vary depending on the PDF content. Typical compression reduces file size by 10-40%. PDFs with lots of redundant metadata or structure see the biggest improvements.

Does compression affect quality?

This tool optimizes the PDF structure without recompressing images. Text, vectors, and layout remain identical. Image quality is preserved.

Can I compress password-protected PDFs?

No. The tool cannot open encrypted or password-protected PDF files. Remove the password first using your PDF reader.

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