apilayer pdflayer

API

Convert HTML or URLs to high-quality PDFs via API

Overview

apilayer pdflayer is a RESTful API for converting HTML content or public URLs into professional PDFs. Its primary endpoint accepts parameters like source URL/HTML, page dimensions, orientation, and custom CSS styling. Successful requests return binary PDF files, while error responses use JSON for debugging. Ideal use cases include automating invoice/report generation, archiving web pages, creating e-books from HTML, or generating downloadable PDFs for users. It supports advanced features like encryption, watermarks, headers/footers, and integrates seamlessly with all programming languages via HTTP calls.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://pdflayer.com')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
Supports HTML & URL input
High-quality PDF output
Custom CSS styling
Encryption & watermark options
Headers/footers support
JSON error responses

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is apilayer pdflayer free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with limited requests and basic features; paid plans unlock higher volume, advanced customization, and priority support.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need an API key (available via free registration on pdflayer.com) to authenticate all API requests.

? What is the response format?

Successful conversions return binary PDF files; error responses (e.g., invalid input, authentication issues) are provided in JSON format for easy debugging.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Documents & Productivity

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy integration with any programming language
⊕ Flexible input options (HTML/URL)
⊕ Advanced PDF customization
⊕ Reliable uptime

Cons

⊖ Freemium tier has rate limits
⊖ Advanced features require paid plans
⊖ No offline conversion support