Compress PDF for Gmail
Fit a PDF under Gmail's 25 MB limit so it attaches as a file, not a Drive link.
Drop a PDF, or choose a file
PDF files of any size.
Your file never leaves your device
Email limits
| What | Official limit | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Gmail, personal | 25 MB total per emailOver the limit, Gmail swaps the file for a Google Drive link. | support.google.com |
Limits verified Oct 2, 2026 against official sources.
Report an outdated limitWhy files fail on Email
Gmail's 25 MB limit counts every attachment together. Larger files become Google Drive links that some recipients can't open.
What this preset does
This preset brings the PDF to about 24 MB, leaving room for the email itself.
Questions
- What is Gmail's attachment limit?
- 25 MB in total per email for personal accounts.
- Can I attach several PDFs?
- Their combined size must stay under 25 MB.
- Will the PDF still print well?
- Light compression keeps images print ready. Strong compression is better for on screen reading.