Stuck on a job portal that rejects your resume? Visa form won't accept your document because it's too large? University upload keeps timing out? That is the most common reason people open FitMyPDF: the file is too big and the portal gives no helpful error.
Unlike many basic PDF compressors that focus only on making files smaller, FitMyPDF tells you whether the result will actually work for your upload. It targets an exact file size you choose (100KB, 200KB, 500KB, 1MB, or any custom target). Before downloading, you see a readability score, an upload-readiness score, and a live preview of the first page.
Compress PDFs to 200KB or under 500KB is the most common request. Job portals like Workday, Taleo, and Greenhouse often cap uploads at 500KB or less. University application systems through Common App or individual portals may require files under 1MB. Visa and immigration portals frequently enforce strict 500KB limits on supporting documents.
Compress scanned PDFs without losing readability. Scanned documents are essentially images, so they compress differently from text-based PDFs. FitMyPDF detects whether your PDF is text-based, scanned, or mixed, and recommends the best compression mode for that type. The Grayscale Scan mode works well for black-and-white scanned forms.
Browser-only processing. While using the browser tool, your PDF is processed locally in your browser. There's no server upload, no cloud storage, and no file retention. Everything is processed client-side using modern browser APIs. This makes FitMyPDF suitable for sensitive documents like bank statements, tax returns, passport copies, and medical records.
Upload-readiness scoring. The scoring system checks whether your compressed PDF will actually pass upload requirements. It considers the target size, readability quality, document type, and use case to give you a clear score from 0 to 100. If the score is low, you'll know before you waste time trying to upload.
Why can't my PDF reach 100KB? If you have a multi-page document with images, reaching 100KB may need aggressive compression that makes text unreadable. FitMyPDF will warn you if your target is unrealistic and suggest a more practical size. For most purposes, 200KB-500KB is a good range for readable documents under typical upload limits.
Whether you need to make a PDF smaller for a job application, compress a scanned document for a visa upload, or reduce your resume size for an email attachment, FitMyPDF lets you check readability and size before you hit submit.