How to Convert PDF to PDF/A Online

Securely convert PDF into PDF/A online for free using Xodo to ensure your important PDF documents are ready for long-term archiving.

As technology evolves, so do the formats and standards we rely on. This often leaves older file types, like traditional PDFs with specific fonts and layouts, at risk of becoming obsolete over time.

To ensure the longevity and accessibility of your important PDF documents, you should convert them to PDF/A.

This specialized archival format not only securely preserves your content but also ensures compliance with future viewing standards.

This guide will walk you through the simple process of converting your PDFs to PDF/A format online for free using Xodo.

Convert PDF to PDF/A online for free

To convert PDF into PDF/A online with Xodo, follow these steps:

1. Open the free online PDF to PDF/A converter.
2. Upload your PDF file.
3. Specify the desired PDF/A standard and conformance level.
4. Click on Convert to start the conversion process.
5. Download the converted PDF/A file.

The PDF to PDF/A converter also supports batch conversion, enabling you to convert multiple PDFs into PDF/A format simultaneously.

You can also use the Convert and Validate option to validate your converted PDF/A files for compliance with the latest standards.

PDF/A standards and conformance levels explained

Xodo offers a range of PDF/A standards and conformance levels to choose from:

• PDF/A-1 ((PDF/A-1a, PDF/A-1b)
• PDF/A-2 (PDF/A-2 (PDF/A-2a, PDF/A-2b, PDF/A-2u)
• PDF/A-3 (PDF/A-3 (PDF/A-3a, PDF/A-3b, PDF/A-3u)
• PDF/A-4 (PDF/A-4e, PDF/A-4u)

Each PDF/A standard specifies available features and image compression technologies essential for preserving content.

These standards also support various conformance levels, which dictate the 'accessibility' requirements affecting how content is interpreted by machines and humans.

For a more comprehensive understanding of PDF/A taxonomy, explore the different versions of PDF/A.

Convert PDF to PDF/A and more with Xodo

Now you know how to effectively convert PDFs to PDF/A format, ensuring your documents are compliant and future-proofed.

But why stop there?

Use Xodo to validate PDF/A files online, edit documents on Windows, Mac, and Linux desktops, and access your files on the go with iOS and Android apps.

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