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PDF to PDF/A

Convert a PDF to the ISO-standardized PDF/A format for long-term archiving.

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Your file is processed on encrypted servers and permanently deleted within 1 hour. Never stored, never logged, never shared.

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Files are processed in your browser — they never leave your device.

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How to pdf to pdf/a

Convert a PDF to the ISO-standardized PDF/A format for long-term archiving. To use PDF to PDF/A: 1) add your file by dragging them in or clicking to browse, 2) pick the output format and quality, 3) download your result — done in seconds. It's free, needs no signup, and most tools run right in your browser so your files never leave your device.

Preserve records with PDF/A

Confirm that the archive requires PDF/A and learn which version it accepts. Archive rules may alter embedded fonts, color, forms, and attachments. Keep the original PDF beside the converted copy, and record what was changed for future readers.

Frequently asked questions

Is PDF to PDF/A free to use?
Yes. PDF to PDF/A is free to use. It's free, needs no signup, and most tools run right in your browser so your files never leave your device.
Are my files safe and private?
Yes. Files are processed on encrypted servers and automatically deleted within about an hour. They are never logged or shared.
Do I need to install anything?
No. PDF to PDF/A works in any modern web browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone and Android — nothing to install.

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