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Compress PDF to 1 MB

Automatically compress your PDF to 1 MB or less while preserving the best possible quality.

or drag and drop here · Ctrl+V to paste

Processed on your device. Your files aren't uploaded to any server.

How to use: Compress PDF to 1 MB

  1. Select one or more PDFs.
  2. Click Compress to target size: we test compression levels to find the best quality that fits.
  3. Download and submit your file without size errors.

Frequently asked questions

Why do so many websites require PDFs under 1 MB?

Application systems, school enrollment portals, and job sites limit file sizes to save storage space. Documents scanned on a phone often exceed 3–5 MB.

What if it doesn't fit?

If even maximum compression can't meet the limit, we'll provide the smallest possible file and let you know. In that case, split your PDF into parts with the Split PDF tool.

Can I still select the text?

If optimizing the file structure is enough, yes. If more compression is needed, pages are converted to optimized images—great for reading and printing, but text can't be selected.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. This tool runs entirely in your browser: your file is read and processed on your device, and not a single byte is sent over the internet. You can even disconnect from the internet after the page loads.

Is it really free? Is there a daily limit?

It's free with no daily limits. Processing happens on your device, so there's no per-use cost and no need to limit you.

Does it work on phones?

Yes. The site works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac, and Linux—no installation needed.

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