Compress a PDF without uploading it
Shrink large PDFs, especially scans and photos, so they fit email and chat limits. Choose how much to compress and preview the result before you save.
Free, no account needed
How to use it
- Drop the PDF onto the page.
- Choose Light, Balanced or Strong. Strong also lets you turn pages grey or black and white for the smallest file.
- Check the preview and the new size, then Download.
Why your files stay private
Most online PDF tools send your document to their server, process it there and send it back. Docurve works differently: the work happens inside your own browser, on your own phone or computer. Your files are never uploaded, so nobody else can see, keep or reuse them. That matters for the documents people handle most: contracts, payslips, ID copies, invoices and medical records.
Frequently asked questions
How much smaller will my PDF get?
Scans and photo-heavy PDFs often shrink a lot. Files that are mostly text are already small and change less. You see the exact size before saving.
Will the text still be selectable?
Yes with Light and Balanced. Strong turns pages into images to save the most space.
Is my document uploaded?
No. Compression runs in your browser, so the file never leaves your device.
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