Compress PDF to 1 MB
Shrink a PDF to under 1 MB
Shrinks the pictures inside your PDF. Text, links and vector graphics stay exactly as they are.
With a limit, the best setting that fits is chosen for you.
Tip: use “Maximum compression” for scanned documents. It saves each page as an image, so text can't be selected afterwards.
About Compress PDF to 1 MB
1 MB limits are common on visa, university, insurance and HR portals. This page is already set to 1 MB: choose your PDF and the tool finds the best quality that fits. It first shrinks the pictures inside the PDF, keeping text sharp and selectable; only if that isn't enough does it save the pages as images.
- Choose or drop your PDF.
- The limit is already set to 1 MB. Change it if your form allows a different size.
- Press Compress PDF, then download the smaller file.
Frequently asked
How do I reduce a PDF to 1 MB?
Choose the PDF on this page and press Compress PDF. It tries gentle settings first and keeps the first result under 1 MB, so you get the best quality that fits.
What if it can't get small enough?
Long scanned documents may not fit. Split the PDF and upload only the pages the form needs, or scan in black & white at a lower resolution.
Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
No. The PDF is compressed in your browser, so certificates and ID documents never leave your device.
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