Compress PDF to 1 MB

Under 1 MB clears most email attachment limits and web forms while leaving plenty of headroom for image quality.

Open the PDF Compressor →

How to do it

1

Upload your PDF.

2

Pick the Recommended level (Strong for very large files).

3

Download the compressed PDF, now under 1 MB.

Usually one click

Most everyday PDFs drop under 1 MB at the Recommended level with no visible change. Only long, image-dense documents need the Strong level.

Large document?

  • Try Strong compression.
  • Split into sections and send separately.
  • Lower the source scan resolution before exporting to PDF.

Questions & Answers

Is 1 MB enough for email?
Yes. Most mail providers allow attachments of 10 MB or more, so a sub-1 MB PDF sends without trouble.
Do I lose quality?
At the Recommended level the change is not visible on screen. The text layer is never altered.
Any watermark or sign-up?
Neither. The tool is free to use.
How long are files kept?
They are deleted automatically about an hour after compression.