Compress PDF
Shrink file size while keeping the document readable.
Drop a PDF here
Pick a quality level, or a target size such as under 200 KB.
.pdf · up to 100 MB each
About Compress PDF
Compress PDF reduces file size so documents are easier to email or upload. Pick a target size, like under 200 KB, and Foldline finds the best quality that fits. Or choose a quality level yourself.
How to use it
- Add the PDF you want to shrink.
- Choose “Compress by”: a target size such as under 200 KB, a custom size, or a quality level. Grayscale is optional.
- Click Compress and download the smaller file.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I reduce the size of a PDF?
- Upload it, choose a compression level and download the result. Images are the biggest savings, so PDFs with many photos shrink the most.
- How do I compress a PDF to 200 KB, 500 KB or 1 MB?
- Choose “Compress by”, pick the size you need, and compress. We try several settings and keep the best-looking result that fits under it. If the file can't get that small, we tell you the smallest size we reached.
- Will compression reduce quality?
- Higher compression lowers image quality. Text stays sharp. Start with a medium level and increase it if the file is still too big.
- Are my files kept?
- Your file is uploaded to process it and deleted automatically within 60 minutes.