What is PDF/A and when do you need it?
PDF/A is the archive version of PDF required by many courts and e-filing systems. What it changes and how to convert a normal PDF.
In simple words
PDF/A is a PDF made to look the same in 50 years. It keeps all fonts and colour settings inside the file and does not allow things that may stop working later, such as outside links to fonts or encryption.
Who asks for it
Many courts (e-filing), tax and company registration portals and archives require PDF/A so documents remain readable.
How to convert
- Open PDF to PDF/A.
- Choose your PDF (remove any password first).
- Download the PDF/A file.