How to compress a PDF to 200KB
- Choose the PDF you need to upload, such as a certificate, mark sheet or ID scan.
- Check the target size (200 KB) or type the limit your form asks for.
- Click Compress to 200KB and download a PDF that fits.
About the Compress PDF to 200KB tool
Many application and exam websites only accept documents up to 200 KB, while a single phone scan is often 1–3 MB. This tool lowers the resolution and image quality step by step until your PDF fits, and keeps the sharpest result. It works best for documents of one to five pages. For longer files, upload only the pages you were asked for.
100% free
No limits, no watermarks and no sign-up.
Private
Your files are processed on your device and never uploaded.
Fast
No uploading or waiting in a queue. Results in seconds.
Works everywhere
Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android and Chromebook.
Frequently asked questions
Will a scan still be readable at 200 KB?
For one or two pages, yes — 200 KB is enough for clear text. The more pages a PDF has, the less space each page gets, so remove pages you don't need with Split PDF first.
Why is my PDF still bigger than 200 KB?
Some documents, like long reports full of photos, can't get that small and stay readable. The tool shows the smallest size it reached. Try splitting the document or sending fewer pages.
Can I select the text afterwards?
No. To reach small sizes, each page is saved as an image, so the text becomes part of the picture.
Is it safe for private documents?
Yes. Your PDF is processed in your browser and never uploaded.