Free tool

Compress PDF

Q: How do I get a PDF under 2 MB?

Choose your PDF, set Target size to Under 2 MB and click Compress PDF. The tool finds the best quality that still fits under 2 MB.

Make a PDF file smaller, privately. Your file never leaves your computer and is never saved by us, so only you ever see it.

Choose a PDF or drop it here Your file stays on your computer

Target size Finds the best quality that still fits under the target.

Quality Higher quality gives a larger file.

How it works: each page is redrawn as an image at a lower resolution and saved as a new PDF. This makes scanned documents and photos much smaller. Text in the compressed file can no longer be selected or searched, so keep your original.

Free to use and provided as is. Keep your original file and check the result before you use it. By using this tool you agree to our Terms of Service.

Questions

Is my PDF uploaded to a server?

No. The PDF is compressed by your own web browser on your own computer. It is never sent to us and never saved by us.

How do I get a PDF under 2 MB?

Choose your PDF, set Target size to "Under 2 MB" and click Compress PDF. The tool finds the best quality that still fits under 2 MB.

Is it free?

Yes. There is no sign-up, no watermark and no limit on the number of files.

Can I still select text in the compressed PDF?

No. Each page is saved as an image, so text can no longer be selected or searched. Keep your original file.