beginner4 min readUpdated January 19, 2024
By PDFilio Editorial Team
How to Compress a PDF for Email
Reduce a PDF before emailing it and check the final size and readability.
# How to Compress a PDF for Email
Email providers can impose attachment-size limits, so reducing a large PDF can make sharing easier.
## Steps
1. Open the Compress PDF tool.
2. Upload your PDF.
3. Select an available compression level appropriate for screen viewing.
4. Process the file.
5. Check the resulting file size and open the PDF to verify readability.
## If it is still too large
Consider splitting the document into relevant sections or removing unnecessary pages and oversized images from the source.
## Important
Attachment limits vary by email service. Check the recipient's service if a file is still rejected.
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