A 20-page Word document exported as PDF often hits 15 MB because every font and full-resolution image is embedded. That file will bounce back from email servers and slow down shared drives. Upload it to GekiPDF's compress-pdf tool, pick a preset, and download a file that fits in an attachment.
Ghostscript rewrites the PDF, dropping metadata and keeping the text layer selectable. Choose Light (~200 DPI) for near-original quality, Recommended (~150 DPI) for most uses, or Extreme (~96-120 DPI) for archives. A 16-page scan takes about 1 second. Files are deleted after one hour.
Frequently asked questions
Will compressed PDFs lose text searchability?
No. The text layer is preserved, so you can still search and copy words. Only images and fonts are downsized.
What is the maximum file size I can upload?
Up to 50 MB per file, with 40 conversions per hour per IP. No signup needed.
How much smaller will my Word-generated PDF get?
Typically 60–95% smaller. A 15 MB file usually lands near 1–2 MB depending on the preset you choose.
Do it in the full tool
Open Compress PDF for all options, or jump straight to another step below.
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