Compress PDF Files to Target Size
Compress PDFs for forms, portals, and email without repeated export attempts.
Use case
PDF uploads
Recommended size
5MB
Why this limit exists
Many portals and inboxes cap PDF upload sizes to keep processing and storage predictable.
Unlike TinyJPG or Squoosh, SizeSnap lets you specify the exact target size.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I compress a PDF to a specific size?
- Upload your PDF to SizeSnap, enter your target size (e.g., 5MB), and click Compress. SizeSnap iteratively optimizes the PDF until it lands at exactly your target size.
- What is the maximum PDF size for email?
- Gmail and Yahoo allow 25MB attachments, Outlook allows 20MB, and corporate servers often cap at 5-10MB. Set SizeSnap's target to your recipient's limit for guaranteed delivery.
- Can SizeSnap compress scanned PDFs?
- Yes. Scanned PDFs (which are essentially images wrapped in a PDF container) compress well in SizeSnap. The tool downsamples embedded images while preserving text readability.