Generate PDFs with HTML and CSS

Use custom HTML and CSS to lay out and generate your PDF for a 100% pixel perfect document.
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Generate PDFs with HTML and CSS
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Common use cases

Invoices

Generate invoices from a single or multiple data sources over our API.

Contracts

Create contracts over API using any data source.

Proposals

Build custom proposals from your database(s) over Anvil's API.

Key benefits

Generate PDFs over API

Fast & simple API for dynamically generating new PDFs.

Convert HTML/CSS or Markdown into PDFs

Generate custom PDFs using HTML and CSS, or more basic PDFs with Markdown.

Apply custom branding to your documents

Give your generated PDFs your brand's look and feel.

Frequently asked

What is Anvil’s PDF Generation API?

Anvil’s PDF Generation API is a tool that allows users to create, customize, and manage PDF documents programmatically. It integrates seamlessly with Anvil’s platform, enabling developers to generate PDFs from data, templates, or dynamic content within their applications.

How do I get started with the PDF Generation API?

Sign up for an Anvil account and navigate to the PDF Generation API section. Follow the provided documentation to obtain your API key, explore sample code, and integrate the API into your application using your preferred programming language.

Is there a free tier available for the PDF Generation API?

Yes, Anvil's free tier allows users to generate a limited number of PDFs per month. This is ideal for testing and small projects. For higher usage and additional features, paid plans are available with scalable options to suit different needs.

How can I customize the appearance of the generated PDFs?

You can customize the appearance by using HTML and CSS templates. The API supports various styling options, including fonts, colors, images, and layout adjustments. By designing your templates with these technologies, you can create professional and visually appealing PDFs tailored to your specific requirements.

Does the PDF Generation API support data from databases?

Yes, the API can integrate with various databases to fetch and incorporate data into your PDFs. Whether you’re using SQL, NoSQL, or other database systems, you can dynamically populate your PDF templates with real-time data to create customized documents such as reports, invoices, and receipts.

Can I integrate the PDF Generation API with other services?

Yes, the API is designed to be highly integrable with various services and platforms. You can connect it with web applications, CRM systems, e-commerce platforms, and other third-party services using standard API calls, webhooks, or SDKs provided by Anvil.

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