PDF to PDF/A
Convert to PDF/A for long-term archiving.
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To convert a PDF to PDF/A, select the file and click Convert to PDF/A. The tool adds the required archive metadata and colour profile, removes scripts and other unsupported content, and turns pages into images with searchable text only when their fonts or colours cannot be kept. The result follows PDF/A-2b.
How to convert PDF to PDF/A
- Select your PDF filesClick “Select files” or drop your PDF files on the page.
- Choose your optionsChoose “Keep text and quality” (recommended) or “Most reliable”.
- Click “Convert to PDF/A”The result is created on your device in seconds and downloads automatically.
Frequently asked questions
What is PDF/A?
PDF/A is the ISO standard for archiving documents. It embeds everything needed to display the file the same way in the future, and it is required by many courts, governments and libraries.
Which PDF/A version is created?
PDF/A-2b, the most widely accepted version for archiving and e-filing.
How can I check the result?
You can verify any PDF/A file with the free veraPDF validator.
Is PDF to PDF/A free?
Yes. PDF to PDF/A on HappyPDF is completely free: no sign-up, no watermark and no daily limit.
Are my files safe?
Yes. Your files are processed inside your own browser and are never uploaded to HappyPDF’s server,, so nobody else can see them.
Does it work on phone, Mac and Windows?
Yes. It works in any modern browser (Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox, Samsung Internet) on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iPhone/iPad. Nothing to install.