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callas pdfToolbox Server — Automated PDF Preflight & Correction

The easiest way to automate pdfToolbox. Consistent, high-quality PDF processing through hot folders or CLI — fully unattended.

pdfToolbox Server processes PDF documents fully automatically. Configure as many processing jobs as you like: each job watches an input folder, picks up new files and processes them according to your preflight profile — using the same engine Adobe chose for Acrobat Pro.

On this page you'll learn how pdfToolbox Server uses hot folders, checkpoints and Process Plans to automate your preflight — and which license best fits your production.

callas pdfToolbox Server — Automated PDF Preflight & Correction

Preflight that runs itself

The same checking and correction power as the desktop, applied unattended to every PDF that comes in.

Fully automated PDF processing

Configure unlimited processing jobs. pdfToolbox Server watches input folders, picks up new files and processes them according to your profile — passed files to 'Success', errors to 'Error'.

Checkpoints for manual review

Combine automated and manual: hold problem files in a checkpoint so a Desktop user can inspect or correct them before they move on.

Integrates into your workflow

Works seamlessly with Enfocus Switch and Laidback FileTrain. Callable via CLI from JavaScript, PHP or .NET — and connects to FTP, email, databases and XML.

Process Plans, imposition & more

Build visual Process Plans with conditions and loops. Use the imposition engine for booklets and step-and-repeat, render separations and generate PDF, XML or JSON reports.

Built for production volume

Reliable, scalable automation — proven in the print-shop trenches.

8
Parallel processes at once
16
Current version
3
Platforms (Mac, Windows, Linux)
14
Day free trial

Pick the license that fits you

pdfToolbox Server is available as a perpetual license with maintenance or as an annual subscription. Compare the options and choose what works for your production.

Perpetual

Perpetual + Maintenance

For those who prefer a one-time investment.

€ 5.000 one-time

+ € 1.000 SMA / year (mandatory)

  • One-time purchase
  • Includes maintenance
  • You retain ownership of the license

Choose perpetual
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Subscription

Jaarlijks abonnement

For those who always want the latest version.

€ 3.000 / year

  • Cancel yearly
  • Always on the latest version
  • Includes updates & maintenance

Choose annual

Technical support

Dutch automation experts ready to help

Questions about hot folder jobs, checkpoints or Process Plans? Our prepress specialists help you set up your callas Server workflow — in English or Dutch, with hands-on print-shop expertise.

First-line support in English & Dutch
Helpdesk response within 1 business day
Help with hot folders, profiles and Process Plans
On-site onboarding & training

Tips & Tricks for pdfToolbox Server

  • Split 'Success' and 'Error' smartly

    Let pdfToolbox Server route passed and failed files to separate output folders automatically, so your workflow keeps moving on its own.

  • Use checkpoints for borderline cases

    Hold only the problem files for human review; everything else processes through fully automatically.

  • Connect to Switch or FileTrain

    Combine pdfToolbox Server with Enfocus Switch or Laidback FileTrain for FTP, email, database and XML integration.

Ready to automate your preflight?

Review the pdfToolbox Server licenses and pick what fits your production.

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