Powerful, fast transformation: convert your PDF files to PDF/A for reliable archiving and permanent preservation. Select the PDF/A conformance level that matches your performance requirements.
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With PdfVolt, instantly convert standard PDFs to PDF/A for long-term preservation. Choose the ISO-compliant PDF/A level that best fits your high-performance archival strategy.
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High-Performance PDF/A Conversion for Long-Term Archiving
PDF/A is a specialized, ISO-certified version of PDF designed for digital preservation. Unlike standard PDFs, it removes features unsuited for long-term storage—such as encryption or non-embedded fonts—ensuring readability for decades. PdfVolt delivers a fast, simple, and reliable path to this level of resilience.
Secure, Free PDF/A Conversion
High-Performance PDF Processing: No need to buy costly software. Our accelerated, TLS-encrypted conversion deletes your uploaded files within one hour, delivering secure, private, ultra-fast handling.
High-Performance Cross-Platform Support Across Windows, Mac, Linux & Mobile
Experience fast, browser-based operation on Windows, macOS, Linux, or mobile. PdfVolt delivers smooth performance across environments. Convert PDFs to the archival PDF/A format instantly - no installation required.
Preserve Your Files with PdfVolt
Leverage PdfVolt to forge durable PDF/A files aligned with international archival standards. Select from ISO PDF/A levels for enduring, performance-driven preservation.
PDF/A - The ISO Standard for High-Integrity Archival PDFs
Guarantee long-term accessibility by converting your files to PDF/A, the ISO-standard archival format. PdfVolt supports major conformance levels including PDF/A-1b, PDF/A-2b, and PDF/A-3b, empowering you to choose the version that meets demanding preservation needs.
Convert to PDF/A Anytime with PdfVolt
All conversions run in the cloud, delivering peak performance with zero load on your device. After generating your PDF/A file, easily compress or password-protect it for enhanced security.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. This PDF to PDF/A converter is available online for free, enabling you to convert PDFs to the PDF/A standard without registration or software installation.
PDF/A is an ISO-standardized, long-term archival format designed to preserve fonts, colors, and content for reliable, future-proof access.
Yes. All files are processed with secure HTTPS encryption. Uploaded PDFs and the resulting PDF/A files are automatically deleted from our servers after a short retention period to ensure privacy and security.
How to Achieve High-Performance PDF/A Conversion for Free?
To convert a PDF to PDF/A with high-speed performance for free, use the online tool PdfVolt. Here's a fast, step-by-step guide on how to do it:
Click to select or drag & drop to upload your PDFs into our high-speed PDF to PDF/A converter.
In the conversion settings, select the PDF/A format that delivers peak archival integrity. Choose from PDF/A - 1b, PDF/A - 1a, PDF/A - 2b, PDF/A - 2u, PDF/A - 2a, or PDF/A - 3b, PDF/A - 3u, PDF/A - 3a to meet your archiving and preservation requirements.
Click “Convert to PDF/A” to kick off the conversion. The process starts in seconds, with faster results for smaller files and robust handling during peak traffic.
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PDF to PDF/A
PDF/A is an ISO-standardized version of PDF engineered for rapid, durable archiving and safeguarding electronic documents for years to come.
Select the PDF/A conformance level you want to deploy for your document:
Built on PDF 1.4. Level B conformance delivers essential visual fidelity with required standards—optimized for speed and reliability:
Based on PDF 1.7 (ISO 32000-1). Level B (basic) conformance with new features—built for speed, capability, and performance
JPEG 2000 image compression
Support for transparency effects and layers
Embedding of OpenType fonts
Digital signature provisions aligned with PDF Advanced Electronic Signatures for fast, secure verification.
Single-file archival efficiency via embedding PDF/A files to bundle document sets for rapid archiving.
Based on PDF 1.7 (ISO 32000-1). Level B (basic) conformance with new features—engineered for rapid processing and robust performance
Text has unicode mapping
JPEG 2000 image compression
Support for transparency effects and layers
Embedding of OpenType fonts
Digital signature provisions aligned with PDF Advanced Electronic Signatures for fast, secure verification.
Single-file archival efficiency via embedding PDF/A files to bundle document sets for rapid archiving.
Based on PDF 1.7 (ISO 32000-1). High-Performance Level A (accessible) conformance with accelerated requirements and feature-rich enhancements:
JPEG 2000 image compression
Support for transparency effects and layers
Embedding of OpenType fonts
Digital signature provisions aligned with PDF Advanced Electronic Signatures for fast, secure verification.
Single-file archival efficiency via embedding PDF/A files to bundle document sets for rapid archiving.
Based on PDF 1.7 (ISO 32000-1). Fast, performance-driven Level B (basic) conformance with enhanced requirements and new features:
Enables rapid embedding of XML, CSV, CAD, word-processing documents, spreadsheets, and other file formats into PDF/A conforming documents
JPEG 2000 image compression
Support for transparency effects and layers
Embedding of OpenType fonts
Digital signature provisions aligned with PDF Advanced Electronic Signatures for fast, secure verification.
Single-file archival efficiency via embedding PDF/A files to bundle document sets for rapid archiving.
Based on PDF 1.7 (ISO 32000-1). Fast, performance-driven Level B (basic) conformance with streamlined requirements and new features:
Text has unicode mapping
Enables rapid embedding of XML, CSV, CAD, word-processing documents, spreadsheets, and other file formats into PDF/A conforming documents
JPEG 2000 image compression
Support for transparency effects and layers
Embedding of OpenType fonts
Digital signature provisions aligned with PDF Advanced Electronic Signatures for fast, secure verification.
Single-file archival efficiency via embedding PDF/A files to bundle document sets for rapid archiving.
Based on PDF 1.7 (ISO 32000-1). High-Performance Level A (accessible) conformance with enhanced requirements and new features:
Enables rapid embedding of XML, CSV, CAD, word-processing documents, spreadsheets, and other file formats into PDF/A conforming documents
JPEG 2000 image compression
Support for transparency effects and layers
Embedding of OpenType fonts
Digital signature provisions aligned with PDF Advanced Electronic Signatures for fast, secure verification.
Single-file archival efficiency via embedding PDF/A files to bundle document sets for rapid archiving.
PDF/A - 4 powered by PDF 2.0 (ISO 32000-2) conformance with accelerated requirements and feature-rich enhancements:
Better supports archiving of fillable forms
Simplifies the handling of digital signatures
High-Performance XMP Metadata for comprehensive document management and archival readiness.
Enables fast embedding of additional PDF/A files and supplementary materials for streamlined workflows.
Guarantees precise color reproduction across devices with robust, high-fidelity rendering.
Ensures PDF/A - 4 documents render flawlessly in PDF 2.0 compliant viewers.
Interoperability across different systems and platforms.
PDF/A-4e powered by PDF 2.0, ISO 32000-2 conformance with high-performance features:
Delivers accelerated support for Rich Media, 3D Annotations, and embedded files, keeping workflows responsive under load.
PDF/A-4f powered by PDF 2.0, ISO 32000-2 conformance with high-speed capabilities:
Enables embedding of files in any format, enabling seamless, high-throughput archival workflows.
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