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🏛️ Convert PDF to PDF/A

Archive your documents in PDF/A format (ISO 19005), the long-term archiving standard. Certified conversion.

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Your file is processed on our secure server and automatically deleted within 1 hour. It is never shared or stored permanently.

ℹ️ PDF/A-2b is an ISO standard (19005) for long-term archiving. Fonts are embedded, JavaScript is removed.

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What is PDF to PDF/A?

The PDF to PDF/A tool converts your PDF documents to PDF/A-2b format via Ghostscript, compliant with ISO 19005 for long-term electronic archiving.

How to use this tool?

Drop your PDF, click 'Convert to PDF/A' and download the archival-compliant file.

Benefits

  • PDF/A-2b compliance (ISO 19005)
  • Fonts automatically embedded
  • Guaranteed long-term archiving
  • Conversion via Ghostscript

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PDF/A format?
PDF/A is an ISO standard (19005) for long-term archiving. It ensures the document will be readable without external dependencies (embedded fonts, no JavaScript).
Which PDF/A version is generated?
The tool generates PDF/A-2b, the most common profile compatible with most archiving systems.
Will my PDF look different?
No, the visual content remains identical. Only metadata and internal structure are adapted to the PDF/A standard.

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