Gotenberg

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted document conversion service

Overview

Gotenberg is a Docker-powered document conversion tool that simplifies converting HTML, Markdown, Office files (DOCX, XLSX, PPTX), images, and more into PDF or other formats. It provides a RESTful API for seamless integration into applications, enabling automated batch processing and custom options like page size or margins. Deployable via a single Docker command or Compose file, it ensures data privacy by keeping conversions on your server—ideal for teams avoiding third-party tools like CloudConvert. It supports scaling and works with most cloud or on-prem environments.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  gotenberg:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: gotenberg
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

RESTful API for application integration
Supports diverse input formats (Office, HTML, images)
Docker-based deployment for quick setup

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Gotenberg hard to install?

No—Gotenberg is designed for easy deployment using Docker. You can launch it with a single Docker run command or use a Docker Compose file for more control. Minimal prerequisites: just Docker installed on your server or local machine.

? Is it a good alternative to CloudConvert?

Yes—Gotenberg offers similar document conversion capabilities (Office, HTML, images to PDF) but as a self-hosted solution. It avoids third-party data risks and has no usage costs, making it ideal for teams needing secure, cost-effective conversion.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Gotenberg is open-source under the MIT License. It’s free to download, self-host, modify, and use for both personal and commercial purposes without any hidden fees.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Document Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Data privacy via self-hosting
⊕ No subscription or usage fees
⊕ Lightweight and scalable architecture

Cons

⊖ No graphical user interface (API-only)
⊖ Requires basic Docker knowledge
⊖ Limited to conversion (no document editing)