Interoperability is good for business.
Most PDF Association members are companies or individual consultants who access industry resources to help drive development of PDF-centric products or services.
An Invited Expert program is available for domain experts who cannot pay for Full membership; email us to learn more.
Developers encountering PDF tangentially, or those working with government and cultural preservation agencies, can join as liaison members to obtain access to broad-based PDF technical expertise.
Full
Full membership is for companies with significant investments in PDF technology. This membership type includes marketing benefits.
Member Fees €750 – €18,000
Individual
Typically held by consultants, Individual members may not share PDF Association resources with their employers or clients.
Member Fees €300 – €600
Partner
Partner members are major supporters of the industry. They gain early access to sponsorship opportunities and are eligible for the Board of Directors.
Member Fees €3,000 – €36,000
Institution
Institutional membership is for government agencies and academic institutions engaging the technical details of PDF technology.
Member Fees €300 – €10,000
Liaison
Non-profit organizations use Liaison membership to engage with industry on advancing technologies to serve their interests.
Member Fees Free (Non-profits only)
Affiliate
These non-profit organizations represent the PDF Association and collect its membership dues in specific localities and markets.
Member Fees on request
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| Access members-only resources, including drafts of ISO standards |  |
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| Participate in Technical, Marketing and ISO working groups | |
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| Participate in Liaison Working Groups | |
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| Share draft documents with others in your organization | |
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| Use of the PDF Association member logo | |
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| Increase awareness and SEO via company and product profiles | |
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| Post educational (non-commercial) content like articles | |
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| Post promotional content like member news | |
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| Receive Solution Agent requests | |
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| Opportunities to sponsor industry events & resources (e.g. ISO 32000-2) | |
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| First chance at sponsorship opportunities | |
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| Discounts on attending PDF Association events | |
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| Eligible to serve on the Board of Directors | |
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