PDF/A is an ISO standard (19005) for PDFs intended for long-term archiving. It bans features that might prevent future access — like external dependencies, encryption, and JavaScript.

Which level should I choose?

PDF/A-2b covers most use cases. Use 1b only if mandated by a specific standard.

PDF → PDF/A

Transform your PDF to PDF/A — the ISO-standardized format for long-term archiving.

Drop a file

.pdf · up to 100 MB

PDF/A level

How to use pdf → pdf/a

1
Drop your PDF
Any PDF file up to 100 MB.
2
Pick PDF/A level
PDF/A-2b is the most widely accepted archival format.
3
Download PDF/A
Your file is now ISO 19005-compliant.

Frequently asked questions

What is PDF/A?: PDF/A is an ISO standard (19005) for PDFs intended for long-term archiving. It bans features that might prevent future access — like external dependencies, encryption, and JavaScript.
Which level should I choose?: PDF/A-2b covers most use cases. Use 1b only if mandated by a specific standard.

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