PDF to PDF/A
PDF to PDF/A converts an ordinary document into the archival format used for long-term storage by libraries, courts and regulated industries. PDF/A removes everything that can break over time — external fonts, embedded scripts, links to online assets — so the file still renders the same way decades from now.
How to use PDF to PDF/A
- Select the PDF you want to convert to the archival standard.
- Press PDF to PDF/A and wait while fonts are embedded and non-conforming elements removed.
- Download the converted file.
- Run it through Validate PDF/A to confirm it genuinely passes archival checks.
PDF to PDF/A FAQ
What is the difference between PDF and PDF/A?
PDF/A is a restricted profile of PDF designed for archiving: all fonts are embedded, encryption and interactive content are forbidden, and the rendering is self-contained.
Why does my file look slightly different?
Colours may be converted to a standard profile and external links removed — these are required changes for archival compliance.
How do I know the conversion worked?
Run the result through Validate PDF/A, which reports exactly which parts of the standard the file meets.