Can I use Compress PDF for free?
Yes. Your first eligible task can be completed before login. TapScanner shows the current file, page, and daily limits before processing.
Online PDF tool
Compress PDF files online for free
Shrink an oversized PDF for email, forms, portals, or storage while choosing the quality level that suits the document.
No installation required. Your first eligible task can be completed before login. TapScanner has 100M+ mobile downloads.
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Compress PDF
TapScanner web workspace
✓Choose the compression level
✓Reduce large attachments quickly
✓Download a ready-to-share PDF
Current file, page, usage, and Premium limits are shown in the tool before processing.
How it works
Compress PDF: complete the job in three steps
- 01
Select the PDF you want to make smaller.
- 02
Choose the balance between file size and visual quality.
- 03
Compress the file and download the result.
One connected workspace
Continue your workflow after Compress PDF
Outputs stay in the TapScanner workspace so you can move directly into the next relevant PDF action.
Questions
Compress PDF FAQ
Will compressing a PDF reduce its quality?
Higher compression can reduce image detail. Choose a lighter setting when print quality matters and stronger compression when file size is the priority.
Do I need to install software for Compress PDF?
No. TapScanner runs in a modern web browser, so you can upload, process, and download the result without installing desktop software.
Ready to use Compress PDF?
Open the tool and see the applicable limits before processing.
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