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PDF Compressor Online

Reduce PDF file size — single or batch

Cómo usar Comprimir PDF

  1. 1

    Upload one or more PDFs

    Select one PDF for single mode, or drop multiple PDFs to activate batch compression.

  2. 2

    Choose compression level

    Select a balance between file size reduction and visual quality.

  3. 3

    Download compressed PDF

    Save the optimized PDF to your device.

Preguntas frecuentes

Is my data safe?
Yes. All processing happens entirely in your browser. Your data never leaves your device and is never uploaded to any server.
Can I compress multiple PDFs at once?
Yes. Drop two or more PDFs onto the tool to activate batch mode. Each PDF is compressed independently, and you can download them all in a single ZIP archive.
Will compression affect text quality?
No. Text and vector graphics remain sharp regardless of the compression level. Only embedded raster images (photos, screenshots) are recompressed, which is where most PDF file size comes from.
How much will my PDF shrink?
It depends on the content. PDFs with lots of high-resolution embedded images can shrink by 50-80%. PDFs that are mostly text may only reduce by 5-15%, since text is already stored very efficiently.
Can I compress a password-protected PDF?
The PDF must be unlocked before compression. Open it in your PDF viewer, remove the password protection, then upload it to compress.
What if my PDF barely shrinks?
This typically means the PDF is already well-optimized, or its content is mostly text and vector graphics rather than images. Try the PDF Splitter to remove unnecessary pages, which is another way to reduce file size.

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¿Qué es Compress PDF?

Reduce PDF file size for easier sharing, faster email delivery, and quicker uploads — without sacrificing readability. Optimizes embedded images and content streams within the PDF while keeping text crisp and vector graphics sharp. All processing happens in your browser using pdf-lib, so your document is never uploaded to any server. No account required, no watermarks, no daily limits. Works on desktop and mobile browsers. Batch mode lets you compress multiple PDFs at once and download them all as a ZIP archive.

¿Por qué usar Compress PDF?

  • Complete privacy — your PDF is compressed locally in your browser and never sent to any external server.
  • Text and vector graphics remain pixel-perfect — only embedded images are recompressed to reduce size.
  • No watermarks, branding, or page limits added to your compressed PDF.
  • Useful before emailing, uploading to portals with file size limits, or storing in cloud drives.
  • Works on any device — desktop, tablet, or mobile — without installing any software.
  • Batch mode — drop multiple PDFs and compress them all in one click, then download as a ZIP.

Casos de uso de Compress PDF

Email file size limits

Many email providers cap attachments at 10-25 MB. Compress large PDFs before attaching to ensure reliable delivery.

Document upload portals

Government portals, university systems, and job applications often impose strict file size limits. Compress to meet requirements.

Cloud storage savings

Reduce the size of archived PDFs in Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive to save storage space over time.

Faster web delivery

Compress PDFs embedded on websites or linked from download pages to improve load times for visitors.

Consejos y buenas prácticas

  • 💡PDFs with many embedded high-resolution photos benefit most from compression. PDFs that are mostly text see smaller gains.
  • 💡If you need a more aggressive size reduction, consider also splitting out pages you do not need before compressing.
  • 💡Check the compressed PDF visually on screen and at zoom level before sharing — ensure image quality is acceptable for your use case.
  • 💡For the smallest possible file, combine PDF compression with merging only the pages you need using the PDF Splitter first.

Cómo se compara

Cloud PDF compressors like Smallpdf and iLovePDF upload your file to their servers for processing, which raises privacy concerns for confidential documents. Adobe Acrobat's compression tools are powerful but require a paid subscription. TinyTool compresses client-side using pdf-lib, keeping your document private. Results are best for image-heavy PDFs; for PDFs with very complex embedded fonts or proprietary compression, a dedicated desktop tool may achieve greater reductions.