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PDF to PDF/A
PDF Exchange and Integration: Transform PDFs into PDF/A for reliable archiving and bidirectional preservation. Select the PDF/A conformance level to align with your integration requirements.
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Using PDFxi, enable seamless PDF-to-PDF/A conversions for durable, cross-system preservation. Select the ISO-compliant PDF/A level that best matches your integration workflow needs.
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ISO - standardized PDF/A
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Convert PDFs to PDF/A free
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TLS encryption for secure document processing
Trusted PDF/A Conversion for Durable Cross-Format Exchange
PDF/A is an ISO-certified subset designed for digital preservation and cross-format exchange across systems. It excludes features incompatible with integration workflows—such as encryption or non-embedded fonts—ensuring long-term readability across environments. PDFxi provides a simple, reliable path to implement this within integration pipelines.
Secure, Free PDF/A Conversion
Security built for PDF exchange and integration: TLS encryption protects data in transit, and ephemeral storage auto-deletes uploaded files within one hour, enabling private, compliant bidirectional conversions across formats and systems.
Cross-Platform PDF Exchange and Integration Across Windows, Mac, Linux & Mobile
Across Windows, macOS, Linux, or a mobile device, PDFxi enables seamless PDF exchange within your integration workflows. Convert PDFs to archival PDF/A instantly for compliant long-term storage—no installation needed.
Preserve Your Files with PDFxi
Leverage PDFxi to produce durable PDF/A outputs suitable for cross-system exchange and long-term retention. Select ISO PDF/A levels to align with your archival workflows and ensure consistent data handling across document types.
PDF/A - ISO Standard for Structured Exchange and Long-Term Accessibility
Ensure enduring accessibility for cross - system exchange by converting files to PDF/A, the ISO - standard archival format. PDFxi supports major conformance levels including PDF/A - 1b, PDF/A - 2b, and PDF/A - 3b, enabling integration teams to select the level that best fits their preservation and interoperability requirements.
Convert to PDF/A Anytime with PDFxi
Cloud-based conversions enable scalable PDF exchange and integration without local processing. After producing your PDF/A file, you can also compress or password - protect it to support secure distribution across formats and environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. This PDF to PDF/A converter is free to use online and is designed to support integration-ready PDF exchanges. Convert PDFs to the PDF/A standard without registration or software installation, enabling quick, bidirectional compatibility in workflows.
PDF/A is an ISO-standardized format designed for durable, exchange-ready document archiving. It guarantees embedded fonts, colors, and content to ensure consistent rendering and reliable data exchange across systems.
Yes. All file transfers and processing occur over secure HTTPS, enabling safe PDF exchange across systems. Uploaded PDFs and PDF/A outputs are automatically deleted after a short retention window to maintain privacy and consistent security across integration workflows.
How to enable PDF/A conversion for integration workflows for free?
To enable PDF/A conversion for integration-ready exchange at no cost, use the online tool PDFxi. Here's a step - by - step guide on how to do it in your workflow:
- Click to select or drag & drop to upload your PDFs into our PDF to PDF/A conversion tool for integration-ready exchange.
- In the PDF Exchange workflow, select the PDF/A profile that aligns with your integration requirements. Common options include 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, depending on your archiving and document preservation needs.
- Click Convert to PDF/A to trigger the bidirectional conversion within your integration pipeline. The process may take a moment for larger files or during peak service load.
- Your PDF/A outputs are ready for download or export to downstream systems, enabling seamless exchange across formats and platforms.
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PDF Exchange and Integration: We cannot process corrupted or damaged files within the integrated workflow. To verify integrity across systems, open the file with any PDF reader. If it fails to open, the file may be damaged. Restore the file before attempting a cross-format conversion again.
