Compress PDF to 500 KB
Get your PDF under 500 KB in seconds, right in your browser.
Drag & drop files here
PDF files · one or more files
Processed on your device — nothing is uploaded
You can also paste with Ctrl+V
How it works
- Add your PDF (the limit is already set to 500 KB).
- Change the limit or turn on grayscale if you need to.
- Click “Compress” and download a file under 500 KB.
About this tool
Many upload forms reject PDFs above 500 KB. This page is preset to that limit: add your file and we try progressively stronger compression until it fits, keeping the best quality possible. Images are compressed first so the text stays sharp and selectable; pages are converted to images only if that isn’t enough.
Where a 500 KB limit is common
Portals that accept supporting documents, such as bank, insurance and HR systems, often allow up to 500 KB per file, which is enough for multi-page documents with images.
Compress PDF to a specific size
Why use Warqa for this?
Frequently asked questions
Can every PDF be compressed to 500 KB?
Most can. Very long documents or pages full of large photos may not fit; if the limit can’t be reached, we show the smallest possible result so you can decide, for example by splitting the file first.
Will the text still be readable at 500 KB?
Yes. We compress images before anything else, so text usually stays crisp and selectable. Only when that isn’t enough are pages converted to images at the highest resolution that fits.
Are my files safe?
Yes. There is no server that receives your files; everything is processed in your browser and stays on your device. You can confirm it in the Network tab of your browser’s developer tools.
Is it really free?
Yes. Every tool is free with no daily limits, no sign-up and no watermark on your files.
Does it work on phones?
Yes, it works in any modern mobile or desktop browser, and you can install it as an app from the browser menu.