Picovert

PDF Compressor

Reduce PDF file size

No Data Collection

No database, no accounts. We literally can't see your images.

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Native browser processing — no upload, no waiting.

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How to Compress PDF Files

1

Upload Your PDF

Drag and drop a PDF file or click to browse.

2

Adjust Compression

Use the quality slider to balance between file size reduction and visual quality. Lower quality means smaller files.

3

Download Compressed PDF

Download your compressed PDF with reduced file size, perfect for email attachments and web sharing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can PDF size be reduced?+
Typically 30-70% reduction, depending on the PDF content. Image-heavy PDFs see the greatest reduction.
Will text remain searchable?+
Yes, text content and searchability are preserved. Compression primarily affects embedded images within the PDF.
Can I compress password-protected PDFs?+
Password-protected PDFs cannot be processed. Please remove the password first and then compress.
What quality setting should I use?+
For email: 50-60% quality. For web: 60-75%. For printing: 80-95%. Higher quality means larger file size.