PDF to PDF/A
Convert your PDF to PDF/A — the ISO-standardized archival format that guarantees your document opens and looks the same decades from now. Required by many courts, registries, and archives.
How it works
- 1
Drop your PDF into the box above, or click to choose it.
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Wait a moment while we convert it to the PDF/A-2b archival profile.
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Download your PDF/A file. It's removed from our servers after 2 hours.
Secure, private, and in your control
Your files travel over an encrypted connection, are never shared or sold, and are automatically deleted from our servers 2 hours after processing — no account required, ever.
- Encrypted upload
- Deleted after 2 hours
- No sign-up required
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What is PDF/A and when do I need it?
PDF/A is the ISO standard for long-term document archiving — everything needed to display the file is embedded inside it. Courts, government registries, and archives often require submissions in PDF/A.
Which PDF/A version do you produce?
PDF/A-2b — a widely accepted profile that balances strict archival guarantees with broad compatibility.
Will my document look different?
No — the content and layout stay the same. Fonts and color profiles are embedded so it renders identically anywhere, forever.
Is converting to PDF/A free?
Yes — free with no account. Daily limits apply to keep the service fast for everyone.
What happens to my file afterwards?
Your original and the PDF/A copy are deleted from our servers automatically within 2 hours. We never read or share your documents.
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