This n8n workflow facilitates the conversion of a PDF document into PDF/A format, which is ideal for long-term archival and compliance. It is triggered manually and involves downloading a PDF, converting it via an API, and saving the resulting file locally. The process begins with a manual trigger, then downloads a sample PDF file from a URL, converts it to PDF/A using the ConvertAPI service, and finally writes the converted PDF to disk. A sticky note provides user instructions for authentication with ConvertAPI, emphasizing the need to create an account for API access. This workflow is useful for organizations that require regular conversion of PDF documents into archival-compliant formats without manual intervention, ensuring document integrity and compliance.
**Step-by-step Explanation:**
1. Manual Trigger: The workflow starts when you manually click ‘Test workflow’, initiating the process.
2. Download PDF: The HTTP Request node fetches a sample PDF file from a specified URL.
3. Conversion to PDF/A: The downloaded PDF is sent via a POST request to ConvertAPI, requesting conversion to PDF/A format, with authentication handled via API credentials.
4. Save Converted File: The resulting PDF/A file is then written to the local disk as ‘document.pdf’.
5. Sticky Note: Provides important instructions for setting up API authentication, ensuring the user understands the need for an account and secret key.
**Practical Use Case:**
This workflow is ideal for workflows where organizations need to automate the archival process of PDF documents, ensuring they are in PDF/A format compliant with archival standards. It can be integrated into larger document management systems, or used by legal, financial, or compliance teams to maintain compliant records efficiently.
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