Upload a PDF to compress
Quick Answer
A PDF compressor reduces the file size of certificates, application forms and scanned documents so they can fit recruitment upload limits while keeping important text and signatures readable.
Candidate Rule
Do not chase the smallest possible file. Open the compressed PDF and verify names, certificate numbers, seals, QR codes and signatures before submitting it.
Choose source files
Start with the correct, readable PDF or document images.
Set the output
Choose the size, order, page selection or layout needed by the application.
Verify before upload
Open the downloaded file and check every required detail before submitting it.
Practical Example
Compress a 1.8 MB scanned certificate toward a 500 KB portal limit using Balanced mode, then check every page before upload.
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PDF Compressor FAQs
What size should I compress my PDF to?
Use the maximum file-size limit stated by the recruitment portal or official instructions.
Will PDF compression reduce quality?
It can, especially for scanned pages. Use a less aggressive mode if small text or signatures become unclear.
Can I compress scanned certificates?
Yes. Scanned PDFs often have the most potential for size reduction.
Does the PDF get uploaded to Regal Career?
No. The selected PDF stays in your browser while it is processed.
Why is the result not exactly my target KB?
PDF contents vary widely. The target is used to guide compression, but an exact byte size cannot always be guaranteed.
Will compression keep selectable PDF text?
This browser compression rebuilds pages as optimized images, so selectable text layers may be flattened. Keep the original PDF for your records.