Compress Scanned PDF - Reduce Size Instantly Free
Scanned PDFs are often 5-20MB because they contain high-resolution images. Our free tool compresses scanned PDFs to any target size while keeping text readable and images clear. Perfect for compressing scanned certificates, marksheets, Aadhaar cards, and government documents for exam applications and email sharing.
📋 Specifications for For Scanned PDF
Drop your PDF here or click to browse
PDF files only · Max recommended 50MB
How to Use
- 1Upload your scanned PDF
- 2Choose Medium compression for most scanned documents
- 3Or use Target Size mode for precise control
- 4Click Compress
- 5Preview to check text readability
- 6Download your compressed scanned PDF
Key Features
- ✓Optimised for scanned documents
- ✓Maintains text readability at reduced size
- ✓Works with black and white and colour scans
- ✓Supports multi-page scanned documents
- ✓100% browser-based - no server upload
- ✓Free with no limits
Use Cases
Compress Scanned Certificates
Scanned degree certificates and marksheets are often 5-10MB. Compress to 200-500KB for exam portal uploads.
Compress Scanned Aadhaar Card
Scanned Aadhaar cards are often 2-5MB. Compress to under 200KB for online form submissions.
Compress Scanned Marksheets
Scanned Class 10 and 12 marksheets are often 3-8MB. Compress to 200-500KB for college and job applications.
Compress Scanned ID Proof
Scanned PAN card, voter ID, and passport pages can be compressed to under 200KB for online submissions.
Compress Scanned Medical Reports
Scanned medical reports and prescriptions can be compressed to under 1MB for email sharing with doctors.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- →Scanned PDFs compress well because they are image-based
- →For black and white scans, Medium compression gives excellent results
- →For colour scans, use Low or Medium compression
- →Ensure text is readable after compression before submitting
- →Scan at 150-200 DPI for the best balance of quality and file size