Compress PDF to 500 KB

You need a PDF under 500 KB - a common limit for email attachments, job applications, and document portals.

Balanced mode is the right choice here: it reduces images moderately and optimises the PDF structure, giving a significantly smaller file while keeping everything clearly readable.

Balanced mode: good size reduction with quality preservation
Preserves text sharpness and readable images
Switch to Compact if Balanced still leaves the file too large

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Bestanden tot 700 MB

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Compressieniveau

Doelgrootte (optioneel)

MB

Maximale uitvoergrootte in MB. Leeg laten om het geselecteerde compressieniveau te gebruiken.

Veelgestelde vragen

Which compression mode should I use for a 500 KB target?

Balanced is a good first try - it handles most documents well. If your PDF contains many high-resolution photos, Compact will get you further. If it is mostly text, Optimize may be enough.