Compress PDF to 20 KB
Set 20 KB as the target and get a PDF that fits the upload limit, without sending your file anywhere.
Drop your PDF here
Or choose from your phone or computer.
One file up to 100 MB. You can also paste with Ctrl + V.
Tap the page where it should go. Drag to move it; drag the corner to resize.
Moved the wrong card? Press Ctrl + Z to undo.
These files are large for this device, so it may be slow or the browser may stop. A computer works best for files this big.
Working on it…
Your file stays on this device.
How to use Compress PDF to 20 KB
- 1
Add your PDF
Drop the file or choose it from your phone or computer.
- 2
Keep 20 KB as the target
Or type another size if your form asks for it.
- 3
Download
The file is checked to be 20 KB or smaller before you get it.
Why use Live PDF Editor
- Free, with no daily limit
- Your file is not uploaded
- No sign-up and no watermark
- Works on your phone
Compress PDF to 20 KB: questions
How do I make a PDF 20 KB or smaller?
Add the PDF here and download: the tool lowers image quality step by step until the file is 20 KB or smaller.
Will the text stay sharp?
Yes. Text stays sharp because only photos and scans inside the PDF are made lighter.
What if the file can’t reach 20 KB?
You’ll see the smallest size it could reach, and you can remove pages or switch to grayscale to save more.
Is Compress to exact KB free?
Yes. Compress to exact KB is free, with no sign-up, no watermark and no daily limit.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Compress to exact KB runs inside your browser, so the file stays on your phone or computer.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It works in the browser on Android phones and iPhones; you don’t need to install an app.