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PDF to PDF/A Converter

Convert a PDF to the ISO-standardized PDF/A archival format for long-term storage.

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About the PDF to PDF/A

Courts, governments, universities and companies often require PDF/A — the ISO standard for long-term archiving that embeds fonts and colour information so a document looks the same decades from now. Convert any PDF to PDF/A-2b here.

How to Use the PDF to PDF/A

  1. Click the upload box and choose your file, or simply drag and drop it in.
  2. Adjust the available options to match what you need.
  3. Click the action button and let House of Convert do the work in seconds.
  4. Download your result instantly — no email, no account, no watermark.

Why Use the PDF to PDF/A at House of Convert?

  • Free forever — every tool on this site is free to use, with no hidden limits.
  • Private by design — your file is processed for this request only and never stored on our servers.
  • Fast — results are usually ready in a few seconds, even for larger files.
  • No installation — works entirely in your browser, on desktop or mobile.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert a PDF to PDF/A?

Upload the PDF and click Convert. Download the PDF/A version.

What is PDF/A?

An ISO standard (ISO 19005) for archiving: it embeds fonts and colour profiles and forbids features like external content.

Which PDF/A version does this create?

PDF/A-2b, the most widely accepted level for archiving.

Who requires PDF/A?

Many courts (e-filing), government agencies, universities (theses) and regulated industries.

What is the difference between PDF and PDF/A?

PDF/A is a stricter subset designed to look identical forever, with everything it needs embedded.

Will my PDF look different?

It should look the same; colours may be converted to device-independent colour.

Can I convert Word to PDF/A?

Convert with Word to PDF first, then convert to PDF/A — or use OpenOffice to PDF with the PDF/A option for ODT files.

How do I check that a file is PDF/A compliant?

Use a validator such as veraPDF for formal verification.

Can encrypted PDFs be converted?

PDF/A forbids encryption; unlock the PDF first.

Does the PDF to PDF/A tool store my PDF?

No, it’s deleted immediately.