What is HTML 2 PDF Rocket?

HTML 2 PDF Rocket offers a streamlined solution for converting HTML content into PDF or JPG formats, both online and through programmatic API access. Users can convert a webpage by simply entering its URL or submit an HTML string for instant file generation. The service does not require HTML to be W3C compliant, providing flexibility for a range of document structures.

The platform supports batch processing, asynchronous operations, and offers integration code examples in popular programming languages like ASP.NET, JavaScript, PHP, Java, Android, and more. With robust data privacy and security measures, HTML 2 PDF Rocket ensures that your content is not stored after conversion. The API is designed for developers looking to automate large-scale conversions, with adaptable credit-based pricing for various volume needs.

Features

Online Conversion: Instantly convert a URL or HTML string to PDF or JPG files via the web interface.
REST API Access: Automate conversions with an API key and integrate with popular programming languages.
Batch & Asynchronous Processing: Efficiently handle large files or long-running conversions using batch processing and webhooks.
Flexible Output: Supports standard and custom parameters for page breaks, formatting, and file size management.
Security & Privacy: No storage of input HTML or output PDFs, SSL-supported connections, and authentication for secured links.
Scalable Credits: Pay-as-you-go credit system with affordable tiers for low to high-volume users.
Fast Performance: Average PDF generation time is approximately 0.65 seconds.
Comprehensive Documentation: Offers code examples and guides for multiple development environments.

Use Cases

Automating invoice or report generation from dynamic HTML in web applications.
Batch converting HTML-based newsletters or articles to PDFs for offline distribution.
Integrating PDF generation directly into e-commerce checkout or receipt workflows.
Archiving web content as PDF for documentation or compliance purposes.
Creating print-ready contracts, statements, or certificates from web forms.
Converting email templates or internal dashboards to PDFs for sharing or backup.

FAQs

Can I convert private HTML pages that are not publicly accessible?

Yes, you can convert private HTML content by submitting the HTML string directly, without needing to make it publicly available.
Does the service support SSL and authentication for secure URLs?

The API supports SSL and can handle basic authentication, including reading from https pages and passing credentials.
What happens to my data during and after conversion?

HTML 2 PDF Rocket does not store the HTML you send or the resulting PDFs, ensuring strong data privacy for all conversions.
Why might a conversion fail or return a bad request?

Common reasons include inaccessible local resources, missing external files, invalid HTML, insecure content references, or complex CSS that may cause timeouts.
How does the credit system work for conversions?

Each plan receives monthly credits, with each credit allowing one conversion; large files use one credit per 500kb of network traffic.