Compress PDF to 500 KB, 1 MB, 2 MB or Any Size
Tell the tool the size limit, such as 1 MB or 2 MB, and it finds the best quality that still fits. Made for government and bank portals with strict upload limits.
How to use Compress to size
- Click Select and choose your PDF, or drop it anywhere on the page.
- Set the options in the panel on the right.
- Click Compress to size. The result is created in your browser and downloads straight away.
Tip: If the limit cannot be reached in colour, choose the grayscale option or split the file.
Frequently asked questions
How does it choose the quality?
It tries several resolutions and picks the clearest one whose file size is under your limit.
Is Compress to size free?
Yes. All 48 tools on Chutki are free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark added to your files.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Your files are processed inside your own browser and never leave your computer, which makes the tool suitable for confidential and client documents.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. It works in current versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari on computers, tablets and phones. Very large files work best on a computer.