PDF/A Archiving
Convert PDF to PDF/A format for long-term archiving
Drop PDF file here
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Warning
PDF/A is an archival format. Conversion involves: flattening forms, removing JavaScript, adding XMP metadata, and embedding sRGB color profile.
What PDF/A Conversion Does
- Flattens AcroForm fields
- Removes JavaScript and actions
- Adds XMP metadata with PDF/A-1b level
- Adds sRGB color profile (OutputIntent)
- Disables object streams (PDF/A requirement)
- Preserves the MarkInfo flag when the source PDF already has structure
- Does not embed all fonts (pdf-lib limitation)
- Preserves existing content and structure
100% local — no upload
Ready for long-term PDF/A archiving
Completely free and easy to use
PDF/A Archiving step by step
- Upload the PDF file
- Click the convert button
- Download the PDF/A document
Frequently asked questions
- Is this tool free?
- Yes. No sign-up, no watermark and no limit on the number of files.
- Is my file uploaded to a server?
- No. Your file is processed in your browser and never reaches our server. You can check this in the Network tab of your browser's developer tools.
- Does it work on a phone?
- Yes. It works in the browser on a phone and a computer, with nothing to install.