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Compress a PDF

Make PDFs smaller for email and uploads.

Processed on your device

How to compress a PDF

  1. Choose your PDF.
  2. Pick a level; DocForge estimates the new size before you start.
  3. Press Compress PDF.
  4. Compare before and after, then download.

Processed on your device

Shrink PDF files for email, WhatsApp and government portals. See the estimated size before you start. No upload, no sign-up.

Compress PDF: questions

Which level should I choose?

Light keeps text sharp and selectable. Medium is best for most scans and photos. Strong makes the smallest file for upload limits like 200 KB or 1 MB.

Will my text still be selectable?

With Light, yes. Medium and Strong turn each page into an image, which is what makes scanned documents much smaller.

Is it safe for ID cards and bank statements?

Yes. Compression happens on your device, so your documents are never uploaded.

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