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How to Send PDF on WhatsApp — Compress to Under 100MB
3 min read · May 21, 2026
WhatsApp allows file sharing up to 100MB — but most large PDFs like brochures, books, or scanned documents are much bigger. The solution: compress your PDF to under 100MB (or ideally under 10MB for fast delivery) before sending.
WhatsApp PDF Sending Limits
| Platform | File Limit |
|---|---|
| WhatsApp (Android / iPhone) | 100 MB |
| WhatsApp Web | 100 MB |
| WhatsApp Business | 100 MB |
| Telegram | 2 GB |
| Gmail | 25 MB |
Steps to Compress PDF for WhatsApp
1
Open the compressor below
Free, no app to install — works on Android Chrome, iPhone Safari, or desktop.
2
Drop your large PDF
Your file never leaves your phone or computer. Processing is 100% local.
3
Pick a target size
For WhatsApp, choose the 5MB or 10MB preset. Your recipient can still read it clearly.
4
Share directly
Download the compressed PDF, then attach it in WhatsApp like any other file.
Compress PDF for WhatsApp (Free, Works on Mobile)
Drop PDF here or tap to browse
Any PDF file, up to 100 MB
Tips
- For sending a brochure or presentation, 2–5MB is usually fine — most people read on mobile
- If the PDF has mostly text, it will compress very well (80–90% reduction)
- Scanned documents compress the most — try "Low" quality first
- You can also use WhatsApp's "Document" option instead of "Gallery" — it keeps the PDF format