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apilayer pdflayer

apilayer pdflayer

Convert HTML or URL content into PDF format.

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Simple HTML/URL to PDF conversion

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First check

Sign up to obtain an API key. Use the API key to authenticate requests for converting HTML or URLs to PDF format.

Auth
api_key
CORS
No
HTTPS
Yes
Signup
Required
Latency
203 ms
Protocol
REST
Pricing
free

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About this API

The apilayer pdflayer API provides a straightforward service to convert HTML content or URLs into PDF documents. This functionality is useful for developers who need to generate PDF files dynamically from web content, such as reports, invoices, or archived pages.

By accepting either raw HTML or a URL as input, the API simplifies the process of document generation without requiring complex client-side rendering. It uses API key authentication to secure access, making it suitable for integration into various applications where PDF output is needed.

This API is relevant for web developers, SaaS providers, and businesses looking to automate PDF creation from online content efficiently and reliably, without managing their own PDF rendering infrastructure.

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What you can build

  • 1Generate PDFs from web pages
  • 2Convert HTML content to PDF documents
  • 3Create downloadable PDF reports
  • 4Archive web content as PDF files
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Strengths & limitations

Strengths

  • Simple HTML/URL to PDF conversion
  • Supports URL input
  • API key authentication
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Getting started

Sign up to obtain an API key. Use the API key to authenticate requests for converting HTML or URLs to PDF format.

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FAQ

Do I need an API key to use this API?+

Yes, the API requires an API key for authentication.

Can I convert both HTML content and URLs to PDF?+

Yes, the API supports converting raw HTML or URLs into PDF format.

Is HTTPS required to access the API?+

While not explicitly stated, HTTPS is generally recommended for secure API communication.

Can I use this API directly from a browser?+

Due to the need for an API key and potential CORS restrictions, it is typically used from backend servers.

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Technical details

CORS: NoHTTPS: YesSignup: YesOpen source: No
Auth type
api_key
Pricing
free
Protocols
REST
Response time
203 ms
Last health check
8/29/2026, 5:01:36 AM
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