How to compress a PDF to 200KB
- Tap Choose a PDF and select your file.
- The target is already 200 KB. Pick 100 KB, 300 KB or 500 KB instead if your form allows it.
- For text-only documents, turn on Black and white for a much smaller, sharper result.
- Tap Compress PDF, wait for the green "Ready" message, and download.
Why scanned PDFs are so large
When you scan a document with a phone app or scanner, each page is saved as a high-resolution photo, often 1 to 3 MB per page. Online forms usually allow only 100 to 500 KB. This tool redraws each page at a sensible resolution and compresses it, trying higher quality first and only lowering it as much as needed to fit under your target.
One thing to know: pages are converted to images, so text in the compressed PDF can't be selected or searched. That doesn't matter for scanned documents, which are images already, and it's fine for form uploads.
Tips to get a clearer PDF under 200 KB
- Upload only the pages the form asks for. A one-page PDF gets all 200 KB for itself; a five-page PDF has only about 40 KB per page.
- Use black and white for marksheets, certificates and letters. It removes paper colour and shadows and saves a lot of space.
- Scan in good light and crop out the table or background around the page before making the PDF.
- If the result is hard to read, choose a larger target if the form allows it, or split the document.
Common PDF size limits in Indian forms
| Document | Typical limit |
|---|---|
| Class 10 certificate or marksheet (NEET UG) | 50–300 KB |
| 10th certificate (IBPS Clerk) | Up to 500 KB |
| Caste, income or domicile certificates | Often 100–500 KB |
| Scholarship and admission documents | Often 200 KB–1 MB |
Word documents need to be saved as PDF first (File → Save As → PDF), then compressed here. For photos and signatures, use the exam photo tool.
More free tools
- SSC photo & signatureSignature 10–20 KB, live photo rules
- IBPS PO, Clerk & RRBPhoto, signature, thumb, declaration
- SBI Clerk & POAll four documents in exact sizes
- NEET UG photo sizePassport, postcard, signature, fingerprints
- UPSC photo & signatureName and date on photo, triple signature
- Resize image to 20KBCompress any photo under 20 KB
- Resize image to 50KBCompress any photo under 50 KB
Frequently asked questions
How do I reduce PDF size to 200KB?
Add your PDF to the tool on this page, keep the target at 200 KB, and tap Compress PDF. It finds the best quality that fits under 200 KB.
Is it safe to compress certificates here?
Yes. Your PDF is processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded to any server.
Why can't I select text in the compressed PDF?
The tool converts each page to an optimised image to reach small sizes. That is ideal for scanned documents but means text can't be selected.
Can I compress a PDF to 100KB?
Yes. Tap 100 KB or type any target. Multi-page PDFs may need black and white mode to stay readable at 100 KB.
Can I compress a Word document?
Save the Word file as PDF first, then compress the PDF here.