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Convert PDF to PDF/A

Convert to PDF/A-2b, the most tolerant archival profile (preserves transparency + JPEG2000). Required by many courts, archives, and corporate records-retention policies. Non-conforming features (videos, JS actions) are stripped rather than failing — validate strict output with veraPDF.

How to

  1. 01

    Upload your PDF

    Drop in the document you want to archive.

  2. 02

    Convert to PDF/A-2b

    We convert it to PDF/A-2b, a tolerant archival profile that self-contains fonts and resources.

  3. 03

    Download the PDF/A file

    Get an archival-grade copy ready for compliant storage.

Why Pditor

Built to last

PDF/A embeds everything the file needs so it stays readable for decades, regardless of future software.

Meets compliance rules

Many courts, archives, and records-retention policies require PDF/A.

FAQ

How do I convert a PDF to PDF/A?+

Upload the PDF and download a PDF/A-2b version that meets the archival standard.

What is PDF/A and why use it?+

PDF/A is the ISO standard for long-term archiving — it self-contains fonts and resources so the file stays readable over time. We output the tolerant PDF/A-2b profile.

Is it free?+

Yes — the free tier covers 5 runs a day with no account. Pro removes the daily limit.

Are my files private?+

Files are processed on our servers and auto-deleted within an hour on the free tier (up to 24 hours on Pro).