Compress PDF

Compress PDF online to reduce file size without uploading. Free, private browser tool — no signup required.

About this tool

Compress PDF reduces file size for email, uploads, and storage while keeping text readable. Compression runs locally so sensitive documents stay on your device.

How to use

  1. Upload the PDF you want to shrink.
  2. Pick a compression level that balances size and quality.
  3. Start compression and wait for the local process to finish.
  4. Download the smaller PDF and compare sizes.

FAQ

Will compression make the PDF blurry?

Text usually stays sharp. Images may lose some detail at stronger settings — try a lighter level if quality matters.

How much size reduction can I expect?

It depends on the file. Image-heavy PDFs shrink more than text-only documents.

Is compression private?

Yes. The file is processed in your browser and is not uploaded to ThothBox.

What does Compress PDF do?

Compress PDF reduces file size for email, uploads, and storage while keeping text readable.

How do I use Compress PDF?

Open the Compress PDF tool, then upload the PDF you want to shrink.

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