Prepare a document for archiving
No registration required · Works in browser · Files deleted automatically 120 minutes after processing.
PDF to PDF/A online
Convert a regular PDF to PDF/A, a format designed for reliable long-term document storage.
- No sign-up
- Files up to 200 MB
- Deleted after 120 minutes
- Secure
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Files are processed automatically on our servers and are not sent to third-party file-processing services. Results are available for 120 minutes after processing and then deleted automatically. We do not read your files, back them up, or use them to train AI models. Terms · Privacy · File Processing Policy
Why it is useful
- ✓A format built for archiving.
- ✓Works in the browser without installing software.
- ✓Helps meet retention requirements.
How to use it
Step 1
Upload the PDF file.
Step 2
Start the conversion to PDF/A.
Step 3
Wait for processing to finish.
Step 4
Download the PDF/A and check the document.
When to use it
Meet PDF/A format requirements
Keep a document for long-term access
What to check before sharing
- Some elements may be changed for PDF/A compliance.
- Check that the document looks correct after conversion.
Frequently asked questions
PDF/A is designed for long-term document archiving.
It helps keep a document for reliable access in the future.
No. The basic workflow is available without creating an account.
Files are used only for the selected operation and are automatically deleted after processing is finished. We do not use uploaded documents to train AI models.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about iHatePDF: whether registration is required, how files are processed, where to check limits, and whether it's safe to upload documents.
Limits
iHatePDF limits depend on the selected tool, current service configuration, and plan. Current values are shown in the upload interface. Formats: PDF, JPG, PNG, HEIC, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML.
Security
How ihatepdf.pro handles your files: temporary processing, automatic deletion after processing, no AI model training.
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