HTML to PDF

Render HTML and CSS as PDF Documents

Use this page when HTML output needs to become a printable or archive-ready document instead of only an image.

  • Free to use
  • No signup required
  • PNG · JPG · WebP · PDF

HTML keeps embedded styles. Local images and fonts are not uploaded automatically; use public URLs or inline assets.

Phone presets preview a browser viewport, not a physical device. Long pages and lazy-loaded content may be incomplete.

This page focuses on HTML-to-PDF intent, which is meaningfully different from generic HTML screenshot intent. It is better aligned with document workflows such as reports, templates, invoices, and printable pages.

See a real example and conversion limits

Popular Tasks

Real input. Actual output.

An actual PDF exported from complete HTML

Export the complete Fieldnotes document with embedded CSS as PDF. Download the source and actual PDF below. The reference image is a PNG from the same HTML, not a preview of PDF pagination.

Input: complete HTML document

/examples/tutorials/fieldnotes.htmlDownload the example HTML

Settings to reproduce

  • Complete HTML; separate CSS field empty
  • Format: PDF; Desktop preset; original output size
  • Delay: 1000 ms; print stylesheet off

Try it yourself

  1. Download the source and paste the complete HTML.
  2. Choose PDF in Output and leave the separate CSS field empty.
  3. Convert and download; inspect page breaks in a PDF reader.
Try these settings in the tool
PNG reference from the same Fieldnotes HTML; not a PDF page preview
Actual PDF exported through this tool on 25 October 2026. The reference image is a PNG of the same HTML; PDF page breaks can differ.
Download the actual HTML-to-PDF export

Limitations to know before converting

Complete documents and extra CSS

Embedded style blocks are retained. CSS entered in the separate field is appended after the document styles, so normal CSS specificity and source order apply. A matching rule can override an earlier one.

Images, fonts, and local files

Relative file paths and files on your computer are not automatically uploaded with pasted HTML. Use publicly accessible absolute URLs or inline assets. Blocked resources and fonts that load late can change the result.

PDF layout is not a long PNG

PDF output can paginate and reflow content. Paper size, margins, print CSS, and the target website affect page breaks. Full-page capture does not promise a single extra-long PDF page.

Print CSS and browser printing

Enabling Print stylesheet asks the renderer to use the website’s print styles, which may hide navigation or change the layout. Your browser’s local Print → Save as PDF may differ because of login state, fonts, printer settings, and loaded content.

Common Use Cases

HTML to PDF Use Cases

When HTML to PDF Makes the Most Sense

HTML to PDF is ideal when HTML layouts should be turned into printable documents, reports, invoices, handouts, or archive-ready exports.

Quick Workflow 1

Good for templates and invoices

Documents & Records

Useful for printable HTML layouts

Documents & Records

Better fit for document distribution

FAQ

HTML to PDF FAQ

Is Website Screenshot free, and do I need an account?+

Yes. The online screenshot and HTML conversion tools are free to use, with no registration or installation required.

When should I use HTML to PDF instead of HTML to PNG?+

Use HTML to PDF when the output should behave like a document, such as invoices, reports, printable layouts, or archived templates.

Can I upload HTML files and export them as PDF?+

Yes. You can upload an HTML file or paste markup directly before generating the PDF export.

What types of HTML work well with PDF export?+

Templates, reports, invoices, dashboards, email-like layouts, and generated pages usually work well when you want a document-style result.

Does HTML to PDF keep the page layout?+

It is designed to preserve the layout as rendered, which is why it is useful for template checks and document-style exports.

Can I preview the HTML before saving the PDF?+

Yes. That is useful when you want to verify structure, spacing, and content before generating the final PDF.

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