Shrink large PDF documents while keeping text and vector geometry razor-sharp. Ideal for email attachments and portal upload limits.
supports files up to 100MB with instant optimization
Select your PDF file from your computer or phone, or simply drag and drop it into the dropzone.
Select Balanced for daily sharing, Extreme for tight portal caps, or Light to maximize graphical clarity.
Download your optimized PDF immediately and see exactly how many megabytes and percentage points were saved.
Government agencies, universities, and email providers strictly reject oversized PDFs. Use the table below to select the right compression preset for your needs:
| Destination / Portal | File Size Cap | Recommended Mode |
|---|---|---|
| USCIS & Visa Immigration Portals | Max 6MB or 12MB | Extreme Compression |
| IRS & Tax Return Attachments | Max 5MB | Recommended (Balanced) |
| Gmail, Outlook & Apple Mail Attachments | Max 25MB (Gmail) / 20MB (Outlook) | Recommended (Balanced) |
| Job Application Boards (Workday, Greenhouse) | Max 2MB to 5MB | Extreme Compression |
A transparent look at how FreeDoc compares to traditional web converters.
| Feature | FreeDoc | Typical Online Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Usage Limit | Unlimited free conversions (no daily cap) | Strict limit of 1–2 files/day before paywall |
| File Retention & Privacy | 100% Zero File Storage (purged immediately from RAM) | Saved on third-party cloud disks for 1–2 hours |
| Watermarks | Never added (100% clean output documents) | Watermarks added unless subscribed to Pro |
| Account Required | No registration, email, or sign-up needed | Forces account creation or email collection |
| Processing Fidelity | Native high-fidelity engines (LibreOffice, PyMuPDF) | Low-resolution HTML canvas or raster screenshots |
Everything you need to know about our free document tool.
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