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Compress PDF

Make a PDF smaller for email, WhatsApp or an upload form.

Drop a PDF here or choose a file

PDF · up to 200 MB

Compression level
KB

Many job and admission forms ask for files under 100 KB or 200 KB.

Add a PDF to start.

Recommended and Strong save each page as an image, so text can no longer be selected or searched.

Processed on your device. Nothing is uploaded to a server.

How to compress a PDF

  1. Drop your PDF into the box above.
  2. Pick a level. Recommended suits most files.
  3. If a form needs a size limit, type it in Target size, for example 100 KB.
  4. Press Compress PDF and download the smaller file.

Which level should I pick?

Light keeps text selectable and is best for text documents. Recommended and Strong save each page as an image, which shrinks scanned pages and photos the most.

Questions

Can I get a PDF under 100 KB?

Usually, for a few pages. Type 100 in Target size and Pockit lowers the quality step by step until the file fits, while keeping pages readable.

Are my files uploaded?

No. Everything happens inside your browser, so your PDF never leaves your phone or computer.