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PDF to PDF/A
Convert standard PDF to PDF/A format for long-term archiving. Adds required metadata, marks the document as archived, and validates structure.
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Converts to PDF/A-1b — the standard for archival documents
ā¹ About PDF/A: PDF/A is an ISO standard for archiving documents. It ensures documents remain readable long-term by embedding all fonts, color profiles and metadata directly in the file. This tool adds PDF/A-compliant XMP metadata markers.
How to Use
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Upload your PDF
Select the PDF file you want to convert to PDF/A format for archival purposes.
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Choose PDF/A level
PDF/A-1b is the most compatible. PDF/A-2b adds transparency support. PDF/A-3b allows embedded attachments.
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Download PDF/A file
The converted file includes required XMP archival metadata and passes basic PDF/A validation checks.