PDF TOOL · .PDF
Compress a PDF
Shrink a large PDF down to a smaller file size. Best for scanned documents or PDFs full of photos.
Drop a PDF here, or choose a file
Best for scanned or photo-heavy PDFs
This rebuilds each page as a compressed image, so text will no longer be selectable afterward. Best for scanned documents and photo-heavy PDFs.
How it works
- Add a PDF file.
- Choose a resolution and quality level.
- Compress and download the smaller file.
Frequently asked questions
How does this actually shrink the file?
Each page is re-rendered as a compressed image at the resolution you choose, then rebuilt into a new PDF — similar to how most online PDF compressors work.
Will my PDF still have selectable, searchable text?
No — this method turns every page into an image, so text is no longer selectable or searchable afterward. It's built for scanned pages and photo-heavy PDFs where that trade-off is worth it.
What resolution should I pick?
150 DPI is a good default for screen reading and email. Use 200–300 DPI if the PDF will be printed.
Why didn't my file get smaller?
If the original PDF is mostly text and vector graphics rather than scanned images, it may already be smaller than a rasterized version. This tool helps most with scanned or photo-heavy PDFs.