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PDF to PDF/A Converter

Convert documents to ISO-compliant PDF/A format for long-term archiving and professional optimization.

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Secure Your Documents for the Future

Regular PDF files can change over time if fonts are missing or software updates occur. PDF/A is the ISO standard designed specifically for long-term preservation, ensuring your document looks exactly the same 50 years from now. Our PDF to PDF/A Converter offers a free and online way to transform your standard PDFs into compliant archive files. Beyond archiving, PDFFans also helps you resize, scale, and optimize the document structure professionally, making it self-contained and ready for official submission.

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Why Use PDF/A Format?

Frequently Asked Questions about PDF/A

Q: What is the difference between PDF and PDF/A?

A: PDF/A is a version of PDF that prohibits features ill-suited for long-term archiving, like font linking (fonts must be embedded) and encryption.

Q: Does this tool optimize the file size?

A: Yes. The process involves restructuring and optimizing the document, which can often improve its performance and scaling.

Q: Is it safe to upload legal documents?

A: Absolutely. Security is paramount. Your files are processed over an encrypted connection and deleted automatically after conversion.



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