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. We offer a range of membership options for other types of PDF technology stakeholders.
An Invited Expert program is available for domain experts who cannot pay for Full membership; email us to learn more.
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Full
Full membership is for companies with significant investments in PDF technology. This membership type includes marketing benefits.
2025 Member Fees €940 – €22,500
Individual
Typically held by consultants, Individual members may not share PDF Association resources with their employers or clients.
2025 Member Fees €375
Partner
Partner members are major supporters of the industry. They gain early access to sponsorship opportunities and are eligible for the Board of Directors.
2025 Member Fees €750 – €45,000
Division
Limited Full membership for PDF technology implementers working for a large-scale producer or consumer of PDF files.
2025 Member Fees $3,750
Institution
Institutional membership is for government agencies and academic institutions engaging the technical details of PDF technology.
2025 Member Fees €375 – €10,000
Liaison
Non-profit organizations use Liaison membership to engage with industry on understanding and enhancements to PDF technology.
Free (non-profits only)
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| Access members-only resources, including drafts of ISO documents |  |
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| Participate in Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and ISO committees | |
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| Participate in Liaison Working Groups (LWGs) | |
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| Participate in Marketing Working Groups (MWGs) | |
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| Chair working groups | |
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| Co-chair working groups alongside a Full / Partner member | |
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| Share members-only content with other divisions in your organization | |
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| Use the PDF Association member logo | |
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| Listing in the public member index | |
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| Increase awareness and SEO via the product showcase and feature support listings | |
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| Post informative (non-commercial) articles | |
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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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