PDF Association logo

Discover pdfa.org

Key resources

Get involved

How do you find the right PDF technology vendor?
Use the Solution Agent to ask the entire PDF communuity!
The PDF Association celebrates its members’ public statements
of support
for ISO-standardized PDF technology.

Member Area

Datalogics New Release APDFL v18.0.5PlusP1e

Datalogics released the latest update to its Adobe PDF Library (APDFL), version 18.0.5PlusP1e, bringing a suite of enhancements and new features to developers, specifically those using Windows ARM64. This release introduces several key updates improving compatibility, functionality, and integration with modern development environments.

PDF Days Europe

We’re bringing back PDF Days by popular demand! Join the world’s PDF experts in Berlin this coming September for two intense days of presentations and networking.

Adobe Express Add-on Save as Press-ready PDF/X

pdfAssistant is excited to announce the launch of its first Adobe Express Add-On: Save as Press-Ready PDF/X. It will enhance workflows for designers and print professionals by facilitating the creation of high-quality, print-ready PDFs.

William Kilian, PDF Champion 2024

The PDF Association is now recognizing, on an annual basis, a single volunteer who has made major contributions to the development of PDF technology. In 2024, that person is William Kilian, of TargetStream Technologies.

Illustration representing lots of graphs. Google Trends "pdf" in 2024.

Most people searching for “pdf” are interested in a document, not the file format. Google Trends data offers a window into past and current perceptions of pdf, and offers some surprising insights.

Serie M/Release 6.15

Through continuous development and innovative enhancements, we at kwsoft® keep our product constantly up to date and at the same time stand for long-term reliability in the CCM sector. With this release, we have made our software even more user-friendly and further increased operational efficiency.

Happy Holidays from the PDF Association!

A close-up look at how PDF does text | What would Patton think? | Word bug blocks PDF/UA validators, Happy Holidays & the PDFacademicBot for December 2024!

A visually striking image depicting a large, solid PDF file format icon standing on a rock in the middle of a chaotic ocean.

The PDF Association looks back at industry activities, events and accomplishments in 2024.

WordPress Cookie Notice by Real Cookie Banner