GetCompress a PDF online, without uploading it
Reduce the size of your PDF files in seconds — right in your browser. Perfect for email attachments, online forms and archiving. Your documents never leave your device.
How to compress a PDF
Drop your PDF
Drag your file into the tool. Everything stays on your device — nothing is uploaded.
Pick a level
Maximum (smallest), Balanced, or Light (best image quality).
Download
Get your lighter PDF, ready to email or archive.
Compress a PDF without giving up your privacy
Most online PDF compressors upload your documents to their servers. GetFormat works differently: all compression happens in your browser. Your contracts, invoices, quotes or scanned files never leave your computer — perfect for sensitive documents.
It's also faster: no upload or download wait. Compression is instant and works even offline once the page has loaded. Scanned or image-heavy PDFs can be reduced by 50–80%, making them easy to email (under the 10 MB limit) or attach to a form.
Frequently asked questions
Is compressing a PDF free?
Yes, no sign-up. The Pro plan adds unlimited batch processing to compress many PDFs at once.
Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
No, never. Everything happens locally in your browser — ideal for confidential documents.
Which PDFs compress best?
Scanned or image-heavy PDFs. Choose “Maximum” for the smallest size, or “Light” to preserve quality.
Is quality preserved?
You choose the level. Compression re-encodes the images in the PDF; text stays readable and the visual result stays close to the original.