Compress PDF for a job application (CV upload limit)
Job and HR portals often reject a CV or certificates that are too large. Compress your PDF here, in your browser, so your application goes through.
Keep CVs and certificates under 1–2 MB to be safe across most recruitment systems.
Open the free Compress PDF tool below.
Set the size or limit that the job portal requires.
Upload your file — it’s processed in your browser; nothing is sent to a server.
Download the result and submit it on the job portal.
Also need Image to PDF? It’s free here too.
Upload limits vary and change — always check the current limit shown on the job portal. Files are processed entirely in your browser; nothing is uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
What size should my CV PDF be?
Keep CVs and certificates under 1–2 MB to be safe across most recruitment portals; match the portal’s stated limit if shown.
Will compressing keep my CV readable?
Yes. The tool reduces the size while keeping text and layout clear enough to read and print.