How to optimise a pdf for web browser display
- Step 1Upload the PDF — Drop the document into the web optimiser.
- Step 2Enable linearization and web optimisation — Apply the full web optimisation profile.
- Step 3Download the optimised PDF — Save the web-ready version.
- Step 4Deploy and test — Upload to your server and verify fast web view is active using Acrobat's Properties panel.
Frequently asked questions
Should I also compress the PDF before linearizing?+
Yes — compress first to reduce file size, then linearize. Linearization on a smaller file produces the best combined result.
Does web optimisation affect accessibility?+
No — web optimisation is a structural change to the PDF, not a content change. Accessibility features (tags, alt text) are preserved.
Is web-optimised PDF the same as PDF/A?+
No — they are different standards. PDF/A is an archival standard; web-optimised (linearized) PDF is a delivery optimisation.
Privacy first
All PDF processing runs locally in your browser using PDF-lib and pdf.js. No file is ever uploaded — only metadata counters are saved for signed-in dashboard stats.