GrackleDocs, a leading provider of digital accessibility solutions, today announced its sponsorship of the PDF/UA (ISO 14289) standard, the international benchmark for accessible PDF technology. This sponsorship underscores GrackleDocs’ unwavering commitment to creating a more inclusive digital world, where everyone can access information independently.
“Standards are the bedrock of accessibility, providing a common language and a clear path for creating truly inclusive digital experiences,” said Jeff Mills, co-CEO of GrackleDocs. “We are thrilled to support the PDF/UA standard, an essential resource for ensuring that PDF documents are accessible to everyone. Our sponsorship reflects our deep commitment to the principles of universal design and our belief that access to information is a fundamental human right.”
The PDF Association, a global organization that promotes the adoption and implementation of PDF technology, relies on the support of its members and sponsors to make ISO standards for PDF available at no cost. This initiative is crucial for fostering innovation and ensuring that the PDF ecosystem remains open and accessible.
“We are delighted to welcome GrackleDocs as a sponsor of the PDF/UA standard,” said Duff Johnson, CEO of the PDF Association. “Our sponsors play a vital role in the ongoing operation and success of standards like PDF/UA. Their support allows us to provide these essential resources to the global community, empowering developers and organizations to create accessible documents that work for everyone. GrackleDocs’ commitment to accessibility makes them a natural partner in this important work.”
GrackleDocs will be attending the upcoming PDF Days Europe 2025, hosted by the PDF Association in Berlin, Germany, on September 15-16. The event brings together PDF experts from around the world to share knowledge, discuss the latest trends, and network with peers. Dr. Ann Knettler of GrackleDocs will be presenting a session on the role of AI in accessible PDF remediation. You can learn more about the event here: https://www.grackledocs.com/en/events/pdf-day-europe/
About GrackleDocs
GrackleDocs is a leading provider of software and services dedicated to making digital content universally accessible. With a comprehensive suite of tools for Google Workspace and PDF documents, GrackleDocs empowers organizations to create and maintain accessible content that complies with global standards such as WCAG and PDF/UA. For more information, visit https://www.grackledocs.com/.
About the PDF Association
The PDF Association is an international organization that promotes awareness and adoption of open standards in PDF technology. As the Committee Manager for ISO TC 171 SC 2, the ISO workspace for PDF standards development, the PDF Association works with ISO and ANSI to make selected ISO standards for PDF technology available at no cost. For more information, visit https://www.pdfa.org/.
