Convert PDF to PDF/A

Create an ISO-standard archival copy.

PDF PDF One file per job Deleted after 2 h

Drop your PDF file here

One PDF file, up to 100 MB. You can drag and drop or paste from your clipboard.

Select file

Settings

Defaults are chosen for the best result - change only what you need.

PDF/A level

Add a file to continue.

How to convert to pdf/a

Produce a PDF/A file that renders identically decades from now - the format required by courts, archives and public tenders.

Upload your file

Pick your files or drop them on the page. Nothing is sent until you press Convert.
Choose your settings

Tune the settings - the defaults are already what most people want.
Download your PDF file

Download the result instantly. Files are wiped automatically afterwards.

Convert to PDF/A FAQ

The questions we get most about this tool.

Is Convert to PDF/A free?

Yes. Convert to PDF/A is completely free to use with a generous 100 MB per file limit.

Are my files safe?

Files are encrypted in transit, stored in a private directory and deleted automatically after two hours. Nobody can download them without your unique link.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Convert to PDF/A runs entirely in your browser on our secure servers.

Common follow-ups and alternatives.