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Compress PDF

Re-saves the document with optimized object streams and strips metadata. This doesn't compress embedded images — actual savings depend on the source file's structure and may be modest.
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Shrinks a PDF's file size by compressing embedded images and optimizing the document's internal structure — useful when a file doesn't fit an attachment limit or takes forever to load.

For example: A PDF presentation with photos weighs 40 MB but your email caps attachments at 25 MB — compress it and it will fit the limit without hurting text readability.

Who uses it most: Office workers, teachers, document management specialists

Frequently asked questions

Does compression hurt text readability?

No — compression mainly targets embedded images; text stays crisp and selectable, just like the original.

How much smaller does the file get?

It depends on the content: a PDF full of photos can shrink 50-80%, while a text-only document without images will shrink noticeably less.