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Compress PDF

Reduce PDF size with lossless optimization or a smaller, image-based copy. Choose the approach that fits your document.

Stays on your device Free, no sign-up

Drop your file here.

Or choose it from your device. We’ll take it from there.

PDF  ·  Up to 100 MB

Lossless savings vary. Image mode removes selectable text, links and forms; keep your original.

How to compress pdf

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Choose a PDF from your device.

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Pick lossless optimization or image compression.

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Compare the sizes and download the result.

Good to know before you start

Lossless savings vary. Image mode removes selectable text, links and forms; keep your original.

Common questions

How does Compress PDF work?

Reduce PDF size with lossless optimization or a smaller, image-based copy. Choose the approach that fits your document.

What should I know about this tool?

Lossless savings vary. Image mode removes selectable text, links and forms; keep your original.

Are these PDF tools really free?

Yes. Every tool on Paperlane is free to use, with no account, subscription or watermark added by the service. Practical file limits keep browser processing reliable.

Do my files leave my device?

No. File conversion and editing happen locally in your browser. Paperlane does not upload your document contents to a conversion server. The hosting provider still receives standard website requests.

Can I use Paperlane on my phone?

Yes. The tools work in modern mobile and desktop browsers. Smaller files are recommended on phones because processing uses your device’s memory.

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