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PDF Compressor

Reduce PDF file size

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PDF Compressor

Reduce PDF file size for easier sharing and storage. 100% private - processing in your browser only.

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Key Features & Highlights

Reduce File Size

Compress PDFs by removing metadata and optimizing structure.

100% Private

All compression in browser. Files never uploaded to servers.

Size Comparison

See original vs compressed size with percentage saved.

Fast Processing

Compress large PDFs quickly using pdf-lib optimization.

Preserve Content

All text, images and layout preserved - only metadata removed.

Direct Download

Get compressed PDF ready for email, upload or storage.

How to Use PDF Compressor

1

Upload PDF

Select PDF file you want to compress.

2

See Original Size

File size displayed for comparison after compression.

3

Click Compress

Process removes metadata and optimizes structure.

4

Download Compressed

Save the smaller PDF with size savings shown.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much size reduction?

Usually 5-30% reduction from metadata removal. For heavy compression with image optimization, use dedicated tools like Ghostscript or Adobe Acrobat.

Does it reduce image quality?

No - images preserved at original quality. Only PDF metadata and structure optimized. For image compression, use Adobe Acrobat's Reduce File Size feature.

Loses any content?

No! All text, images, forms, annotations preserved. Only removes metadata (author, title, etc.) and optimizes object streams.

Best for email attachments?

Yes! Reduces size for email limits (25MB Gmail, 10MB Outlook). May need to combine with image optimization for heavier reduction.

Alternative compression methods?

For maximum compression: Adobe Acrobat DC, Smallpdf, iLovePDF (online). Ghostscript command line for advanced users. Result usually 40-70% smaller.

PDF version affected?

No, PDF version and compatibility preserved. Compressed PDF opens in same readers as original. No downgrade in features.