Compress PDF to 2MB

Upload a PDF and get a file under 2MB, ready for online forms that refuse anything bigger. We keep the highest quality that still fits.

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    How to compress a PDF to 2MB

    1. Select your PDF or drop it on the page. The target is already set to 2MB.
    2. Change the target if your form asks for a different limit, for example 150 or 300 KB.
    3. Click "Compress to 2MB". Several settings are tried and the best one under the limit is kept.
    4. Download the PDF and upload it to your form. The new size is shown next to the file name.

    2 MB is the default upload limit of many websites, school platforms and online forms. Large scanned contracts, theses and catalogues can usually be brought under 2 MB without changing their look.

    If your file is only slightly above the limit, this page is the right choice: the gentlest compression that fits is used, so photos keep almost all their detail.

    Why use our Compress PDF to 2MB tool

    Exact size target

    You choose the limit and the file comes out under it. No guessing between low, medium and high compression.

    Best quality that fits

    Images are compressed step by step and only as much as needed, so the text stays sharp and readable.

    Private and free

    No account and no watermark. Files are deleted automatically after 1 hour(s).

    About the file formats

    PDF (Portable Document Format)

    Created by Adobe in 1993, PDF is the standard for sharing documents that must look identical on every screen and printer. It embeds fonts, images and layout in one file and supports passwords, forms and digital signatures.

    Frequently asked questions

    My PDF is 30 MB. Can it really go under 2 MB?

    In most cases, yes. Such files are heavy because of high-resolution photos, and resampling them to screen resolution usually removes 90% of the weight or more.

    How do I compress a PDF to 2MB?

    Select your PDF, keep the target at 2MB and click "Compress to 2MB". A few seconds later you can download a PDF of 2MB or less.

    What if my PDF cannot get under 2MB?

    The images inside the PDF are compressed first. If that is not enough, the pages are turned into compact images. When even that is too big (very long documents), you get the smallest possible file and a message tells you so. Split the PDF or remove pages, then try again.

    Is the text still readable?

    Yes. Text and vector graphics are kept as they are whenever the target can be reached by compressing the images, which is the case for most scans and photo documents.

    Does 1 KB mean 1000 or 1024 bytes here?

    We count 1 KB as 1000 bytes, so the file is slightly under the limit in both systems and every upload form accepts it.

    Is MajorPDF free to use?

    Yes, completely free. There is no registration and no watermark is added to your files.

    Are my files safe?

    Files are uploaded over an encrypted connection and deleted automatically after 1 hour(s). After downloading you can also delete them immediately with one click.

    What is the maximum file size?

    Each file can be up to 50 MB.