Compress a PDF
Shrink a PDF without leaving your browser. By default only the photos and scans inside are compressed, so text stays selectable — or set a target size like 200 KB for an upload form.
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How to use Compress PDF
- 1Drag your PDF into the upload area.
- 2Choose a compression level, or type a target size such as 200 KB.
- 3Click Compress and download your smaller PDF.
Why use FileDagadu
- Runs entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded to a server
- No account, signup, or watermark required
- Works on desktop, tablet and mobile
- Free with no daily usage limit
Frequently asked questions
Will the text still be selectable after compressing?
No — this tool re-renders each page as an optimized image to achieve real size savings, so text becomes part of the image. It works best for scanned documents.
What compression level should I pick?
"Medium" is a good default. Use "Low" if visual quality matters most, or "High" when file size is the priority.
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