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Lender document upload

Compress PDFs for a Mortgage Application

Mortgage and loan applications require a stack of documents: payslips, bank statements, tax forms, and ID. Lender portals and broker systems cap each upload, and scanned statements often exceed the limit.

While using the browser tool, your PDF is processed locally in your browser. Pick a target that fits the lender portal, then preview each document so figures, account numbers, and dates remain clearly readable.

Upload-ready workflow
Choose a target size like 200KB, 500KB, or 1MB.
Preview readability before downloading the result.
Use a browser-first compression flow for everyday upload problems.

How to prepare mortgage documents

Check the per-file limit in the lender or broker portal before compressing.
Use Best Readability for bank statements and payslips where numbers must stay sharp.
Use Grayscale Scan for plain black-and-white letters and forms.
Upload each document separately and clearly named, rather than merging everything into one large file.

Try it with your PDF

Upload a payslip, statement, or ID, target a size within the portal limit, and download a smaller, readable PDF.

Compress Your PDF
Upload a PDF, pick your target size, and compress — all in your browser.
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Preview & Results

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Frequently asked questions

What size should mortgage documents be?

It depends on the lender portal, but keeping each file under 2MB while readable suits most systems. Check the portal instructions to be sure.

Will compressing blur the figures on my statement?

Use Best Readability and preview the result. Confirm that account numbers, balances, and dates are clearly legible before uploading.

Is it safe to compress financial documents here?

Yes. The browser tool processes your PDF locally. Your statements and ID are not uploaded to any server.

Should I merge all documents into one PDF?

Usually no. Lenders prefer separate, clearly labelled files, which also keeps each upload smaller.

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