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Compress PDF files

Reduce PDF file size for email, sharing, and uploads. Everything processes in your browser — no server upload.

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Compress PDF — Free, Fast & Private

Large PDFs are a common problem — scanned documents, image-heavy reports, and presentation exports often exceed email size limits. MiniPx reduces PDF file size by optimizing the images embedded within the document.

The process works by extracting images from your PDF, compressing them with adjustable quality settings, and reconstructing the document. Text and vector elements remain untouched — only raster images are optimized.

This approach is especially effective for scanned documents, which are essentially full-page images wrapped in PDF format. A 10MB scanned document can often be reduced to 1-3MB with minimal visual impact.

MiniPx handles PDF processing entirely in your browser using PDF.js and jsPDF. Your documents never leave your device — critical for legal contracts, financial documents, medical records, and any sensitive paperwork.

For documents that need to meet specific size limits, combine PDF compression with image quality adjustment. Most email services have a 25MB attachment limit, and many form portals require PDFs under 5MB or 2MB.

How it works

  1. Switch to PDF mode: Click the PDF tab at the top of MiniPx to switch from image mode to PDF mode.
  2. Upload your PDF: Add the PDF file you want to compress. There is no file size limit.
  3. Adjust compression: Choose compression level. Smart preset balances quality and size. Tiny preset for maximum reduction.
  4. Download compressed PDF: Preview the compressed result and download. Original formatting is preserved.

Frequently asked questions

How does PDF compression work?
MiniPx compresses the images inside your PDF. Text and vector graphics are preserved. This is most effective for scanned documents and image-heavy PDFs.
Will compressed PDFs lose text quality?
No. Text elements in PDFs are vector-based and are not affected by compression. Only raster images (photos, scans) are optimized.
Can I compress scanned documents?
Yes. Scanned PDFs benefit most from compression because they are essentially full-page images. A typical scanned document compresses by 50-70%.
Is it safe for legal and financial documents?
Yes. MiniPx processes PDFs entirely in your browser. Your documents are never uploaded to any server. This is the safest way to compress sensitive paperwork.
What is the maximum PDF file size?
There is no server-imposed limit. MiniPx can handle any PDF your browser can load. Large files (50MB+) may take longer to process.
Can I compress multiple PDFs at once?
Currently MiniPx processes one PDF at a time. For batch PDF work, process each file individually.