Compress PDF
Make PDFs smaller while keeping text sharp and selectable — photos inside are optimised, nothing is uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
Will my PDF text stay selectable after compression?
Yes. This tool only re-compresses the photos and images inside the PDF and tidies the file structure. Text, fonts, links and bookmarks stay exactly as they were, so you can still search and copy text.
How do I compress a PDF to under 200 KB or 500 KB for an online form?
Enter the limit in "Target size in KB". The tool steps down from Recommended to Strong and Extreme until the file fits. If it still cannot reach the limit (common with scanned PDFs), use "Reduce PDF size (scanned)", which turns pages into compressed images.
Is it safe to compress bank statements or Aadhaar PDFs here?
Yes. Compression runs entirely inside your browser; the file is never uploaded to any server.
Is Compress PDF free?
Yes. Compress PDF is free to use. You get 3 free conversions a day without an account, and unlimited use when you sign in with Google.
Are my files uploaded?
No. The conversion runs inside your browser, so your files stay on your device and are never sent to our servers.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. PixKaro works in Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox on Android, iPhone, Windows and Mac.