How to convert PDF to PDF/A
- Add your PDF.
- Choose the PDF/A version.
- Select PDF to PDF/A and download it.
About this tool
PDF/A is designed so that a document will look the same decades from now, and many courts and government offices require it. Your file is converted and checked against the standard.
Common questions
Which version should I choose?
PDF/A-2b suits most uses. Choose PDF/A-1b if the place you're submitting to asks for it, as it's the oldest and most widely accepted.
Will my document change?
It should look the same. Files using fonts that aren't stored in the PDF have their pages rebuilt as images with searchable text.
Is it free to use?
Yes. You can use it without an account a few times a day, and a free account raises the daily limit. Nothing is added to your file unless you ask for it.
What happens to my files?
Your files are only used to run the tool you chose, and they're deleted automatically after about 24 hours.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It all works in your browser, on any computer or phone.