Compress PDF to 5MB
Reduce PDF file size to under 5MB for uploads and sharing. Browser-based compression — no upload to any server. Fast and free.
What problem does this solve?
Many platforms cap file uploads at 5MB. Whether you're submitting documents to a portal, attaching to a messaging app, or uploading to a CMS, this tool helps you get your PDF under the 5MB threshold.
Who needs this?
- Professionals uploading reports to CMS or project management tools
- Students submitting coursework through learning management systems
- Anyone hitting a 5MB upload limit on a website
How to use this tool
- Upload your PDF
Select the PDF that needs to be reduced to under 5MB.
- Select compression preset
Choose medium or high compression depending on how much reduction you need.
- Compress
Click compress and the tool reduces file size in your browser.
- Download
Download the compressed file and verify it meets your size requirement.
Upload one PDF file
Drag and drop files here, or browse from your device.
Compression options
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This guide uses our Compress PDF tool. Visit the main tool page for all features and options.
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FAQ
How much can compression reduce my file?
Typical reduction is 40-80% depending on content. Image-heavy PDFs compress more than text-only documents.
Can I compress a scanned document to 5MB?
Yes. Scanned PDFs are essentially images and compress very well. You can usually achieve significant size reduction.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes. The tool works in any modern browser on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices.