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PDF Compressor
 

PDF Compressor

Easily Compress PDF Files Online with Our Free PDF Compressor

Optimize your PDFs effortlessly with our free online PDF compressor. Our tools are designed to help you work better, faster, and smarter.

  • Reduce PDF Size by up to 99%
  • GDPR Compliant & ISO/IEC 27001 Certified
  • 100% Browser-Based PDF Size Reducer

The Best Online PDF Compressor

Our Compress PDF tool allows you to easily reduce the size of large PDFs for free. Whether you need to optimize PDFs for emailing, sharing, or storage, you’ll be set in seconds.

Flexible PDF Compression

Achieve quick, professional results every time. Choose from two compression levels to shrink your PDF without sacrificing quality.

How PDF Compression Works

We simplify your file by removing repetitive patterns and re-encoding large images. The result is a high-quality, much lighter PDF. Get it done swiftly so you can keep working efficiently.

Easy Sharing Post-Compression

After reducing your PDF’s size, you can easily share it with your team or client, or save it to Google Drive, Dropbox, or your Smallpdf account.

4 Simple Steps to Compress Your PDF

  1. Upload or drag & drop your PDF into our compressor.
  2. Choose Basic or Strong compression and click “Compress.”
  3. Edit the PDF with our other tools if needed.
  4. Download or share your compressed file when ready—done!

Work Faster with Smaller PDFs

  • No Setup Required: Start immediately with no installation or training needed. Just drop files into the compressor, and let it handle the compression.

Compress PDFs Across All Devices

Our cloud-based service works on any browser, across Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other operating system.

Compress Other File Formats

Besides PDFs, you can also compress other file types, including Word, PPT, Excel, JPG, PNG, GIF, and TIFF.

Data Security and Compliance

  • GDPR Compliant: We are transparent about how we handle your personal data.
  • ISO/IEC 27001 Certified: Regular audits ensure the safety and security of your information.
  • Advanced TLS Encryption: Your documents are protected with cutting-edge encryption technology.

FAQs About Our PDF Compression Tool

  • Is the PDF compressor free?
    Yes! All tools, including our PDF compressor, are free with some limitations. You can also compress various file types, not just PDFs.
  • Can my whole team use it?
    Absolutely! Our Business and Team plans offer unlimited access to Pro features and additional benefits like flexible payment options and priority support.
  • Do I need a Smallpdf Pro account?
    No. You can use the compressor without a Pro subscription, but a Pro account gives you unlimited access to all features and tools.
  • Does compression affect fonts?
    No, compressing your PDFs will not alter the fonts.
  • Is the tool safe to use?
    Yes, our service is GDPR compliant, ISO/IEC certified, and uses advanced TLS encryption to keep your data secure.
  • Can I compress PDFs offline?
    Yes! Use our apps for Windows, Android, and iPhone to compress PDFs on the go.

Tutorials on PDF Compression

  • Reduce PDF File Size Below 100 KB Online
  • Compress PDF to 1 MB for Free
  • How To Compress PDF to a Specific Size Online

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