How to update a pdf to a modern pdf version standard
- Step 1Upload the old PDF — Drop the document into the version converter.
- Step 2Select version 1.7 or 2.0 — Choose the target version based on your workflow requirements.
- Step 3Convert and download — Save the updated PDF.
- Step 4Add modern features as needed — Apply accessibility tagging or XMP metadata now that the version supports them.
Frequently asked questions
Is PDF 2.0 widely supported?+
PDF 2.0 (ISO 32000-2) is supported by Acrobat DC and later, and by most modern PDF processing libraries. Older readers may not support all PDF 2.0 features.
Will upgrading the PDF version make it larger?+
Version upgrading alone does not significantly change file size. The internal structure is updated to the new version schema.
What new features does PDF 2.0 add over 1.7?+
PDF 2.0 adds improved support for signatures, encryption, and associated files, and formalises PDF/UA-2 for accessibility.
Privacy first
All PDF processing runs locally in your browser using PDF-lib and pdf.js. No file is ever uploaded — only metadata counters are saved for signed-in dashboard stats.