Convert PDF to PDF/A — Free Archival
Produce an archival PDF/A when records teams, universities, or compliance workflows require long-term readable files. This PDF archival format converter runs in your browser so source documents stay private while you convert PDF to PDF/A for storage policies that reject ordinary PDFs. Download the result and keep formatting intended to remain openable years later—without uploading sensitive archives to a hosted conversion service.
How it works
Select your PDF
Choose the PDF you want to archive. Conversion runs locally in your browser.
Convert to PDF/A
Transform the file into the ISO PDF/A archival format suitable for long-term preservation.
Download the PDF/A file
Save the archival PDF and store it wherever you keep compliance or long-term records.
Frequently asked questions
What is PDF/A?
PDF/A is an ISO archival subset of PDF designed for long-term preservation, with constraints that improve future openability.
Can I convert PDF to PDF/A for free?
Yes. TeenyPDF converts in your browser without an upload-based archival service fee.
Will fonts and layout survive?
The converter aims to preserve appearance for archival use. Extremely complex interactive PDFs may need a desktop archival toolchain afterward.
Is conversion private?
Yes. Your file never leaves your device during PDF/A conversion.