Email PDF Size Limits Explained
Every email service has attachment size limits. If your PDF is too large, you won't be able to send it:
| Email Service | Attachment Limit |
|--------------|------------------|
| Gmail | 25 MB |
| Outlook | 20 MB |
| Yahoo Mail | 25 MB |
| iCloud Mail | 20 MB |
| ProtonMail | 25 MB |
The Solution: PDF Compression
Convertify's PDF Compressor can reduce your PDF size by up to 90%, making it easy to email any document.
Step-by-Step: Compress PDF for Email
1. Check Your Current File Size
Right-click your PDF > Properties (Windows) or Get Info (Mac)
2. Open Convertify Compressor
Go to convertify.work/compress-pdf
3. Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop or click to select your file
4. Choose Compression Level
5. Download and Email
Your compressed PDF is ready to attach!
Real Compression Examples
| Original | Compressed | Good For |
|---------|-----------|----------|
| 50 MB | 4 MB | Gmail |
| 10 MB | 1.2 MB | Job sites |
| 5 MB | 450 KB | Government forms |
Alternative Solutions
If compression still isn't enough:
Cloud Sharing Links
Split Large Documents
Use our Split PDF tool to break documents into smaller parts.
Pro Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will my email recipient notice the compression?
For most documents, no. Text stays sharp, images may be slightly smaller.
Q: What if my PDF is still too large after compression?
Try our Split PDF tool to send in parts, or use cloud sharing links.
Compress Your PDF Now
Don't let file size limits stop you. Compress your PDF for free and send it anywhere!