What is PDFSwitch?
PDFSwitch provides a streamlined API solution for converting HTML documents to PDF format. The platform utilizes browser-based rendering technology to faithfully reproduce HTML5, CSS3, and Webfonts, ensuring accurate document representation. Developers can integrate the conversion functionality with just a few lines of code, supporting both public URLs and private raw HTML content without requiring public hosting.
The service includes customization options such as page orientation settings, custom CSS injection, and header/footer configuration. Additional features include lazy loading support for dynamic content and Amazon S3 storage integration for handling large PDF files. The API operates on a scalable pricing model with a free tier available for initial testing and development purposes.
Features
- High-Fidelity PDF: Generate documents that faithfully reproduce original HTML with accurate rendering of HTML5/CSS3 and Webfonts
- Browser Based PDF Engine: Built upon latest web browser technology for reliable document conversion
- Raw HTML Support: Convert private HTML content without requiring public URL hosting
- Customize your Design: Set custom headers/footers, inject custom CSS/Javascript for personalized PDF appearance
- Capture lazy loaded items: Support for three waiting options to ensure all content loads before PDF generation
- S3 Storage Support: Save PDFs directly to Amazon S3 for handling large documents without server downloads
Use Cases
- Generate PDF certificates for online education platforms
- Create dynamic invoices in PDF format
- Convert resumes from HTML to printable PDF documents
- Produce reports from web-based dashboards
- Archive web content as PDF files
FAQs
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What types of HTML content can PDFSwitch convert to PDF?
PDFSwitch supports conversion from both public URLs and private raw HTML content, including HTML5, CSS3, and Webfonts. -
Does PDFSwitch require credit card information for the free plan?
No, the free API key is available without requiring credit card information for initial use. -
What customization options are available for PDF generation?
Users can customize page orientation, inject custom CSS/JavaScript, set headers/footers, and utilize lazy loading options for dynamic content. -
How does PDFSwitch handle large PDF files?
The service offers Amazon S3 storage integration, allowing users to save large PDFs directly to S3 without downloading to their servers. -
What programming languages are supported for API integration?
PDFSwitch provides integration examples for cURL, Python, JavaScript, PHP, Ruby, Java, C#, and Go programming languages.
