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Compress PDF to 1 MB

Reduce big scans and presentations to under 1 MB so they attach to emails and upload anywhere.

Processed in your browser — files never leave your device

How to compress pdf to 1 mb

  1. Select or drop your PDF.
  2. Click “Compress PDF” — we find the best quality under 1 MB.
  3. Download your smaller PDF.

Frequently asked questions

Why compress to 1 MB?

Many websites and email services limit attachments; 1 MB is a common safe size.

Will text stay selectable?

Yes. Only images are compressed; text and links are unchanged.

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