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Compress PDF
Compress PDFs by rendering pages to optimized images and rebuilding the PDF with a quality slider.
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Key features
- Low/Medium/High quality
- Preview before export
- Best-effort compression
Best for
- Reducing file size
- Email attachments
- Storage limits
Privacy
Runs locally. Files never leave your device.
How to use
- 1) Add your file(s) locally from your device.
- 2) Choose options (pages, OCR, columns, or settings).
- 3) Export the result (PDF/CSV/XLSX) — still locally.
FAQ
Will compression reduce quality?
Yes. Lower quality settings reduce size but also reduce detail.
Does it keep text selectable?
Compression rasterizes pages, so text may not remain selectable.
Do results vary?
Yes. Results depend on the original file content.
Related guides
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