What is Compress PDF?
Compress PDF reduces the size of heavy documents so they fit email limits and upload forms while keeping text readable. ILovePDF provides this tool free of charge, with no registration, no watermark and no software to install.
How to use Compress PDF online
- Upload your PDF.
- Pick a compression level.
- Download the smaller PDF.
UploadChoose or drop your file
ProcessClick the action button
DownloadSave your result
Why use our compress pdf tool?
- Smaller files for email and web upload.
- Keeps text sharp and images readable.
- Saves storage and bandwidth.
Safe, free and works everywhere
Our tools run on any modern browser, including Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge, on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. Where possible your file is processed directly on your device; any file sent to a server is removed automatically after processing. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Frequently asked questions about Compress PDF
How can I reduce PDF size for email?
Use Compress PDF, then check the result. Image-heavy files shrink the most.
Does compression change my text?
Text stays selectable; mostly images are optimized.