Cause
Option A
Large images
Option B
Clean export
FAQ Guide
Why Is My Pitch Deck PDF So Heavy?
Deck PDFs are often heavy because of oversized images, screenshots, embedded media, and uncompressed exports.
Quick comparison
Fix
Option A
Compress PDF
Option B
Resize assets first
Risk
Option A
Slow email
Option B
Readable deck
Questions and answers
Will compression hurt my deck?
It can if pushed too hard, so inspect screenshots, charts, and logos after compression.
Should I compress before sending investors?
Yes, if the deck is heavy enough to slow previews or email delivery.
What else should I remove?
Remove speaker notes, internal comments, and draft-only slides if they are not intended for investors.