HTML → PDF (Lite)
Convert simple HTML content into a PDF.
HTML → PDF (Lite) tool interface
How to convert HTML to a PDF (Lite mode)
Provide your HTML content
Paste your HTML into the editor on the left, or click the Upload .html / .txt button to load content from an .html, .htm, .txt, or .md file. The tool sanitizes the HTML to remove scripts and dangerous attributes.
Review the live preview
Use the preview panel to see how your HTML will look when rendered. The preview helps you spot layout issues before generating the PDF.
Choose basic layout options
If available, adjust simple layout options such as page size, orientation, or margins. The Lite mode focuses on safe, predictable rendering rather than full CSS support.
Start the HTML to PDF conversion
Click the Convert to PDF button. The tool prepares the HTML, renders it onto virtual pages, and shows a progress percentage while generating the PDF in your browser.
Download your PDF
When the process finishes, your browser downloads the PDF file. If nothing appears, check your browser’s download or popup settings and run the conversion again.
Tweak the HTML if needed
If the PDF output doesn’t look right, adjust your HTML (for example, simplify complex layouts or external dependencies) and repeat the conversion until you’re happy with the result.
Frequently asked questions
Does this tool upload my HTML or PDF to any server?
No. All rendering, sanitizing, previewing, and PDF generation happen entirely inside your browser using html2canvas and jsPDF. Your HTML content never leaves your device.
Why does the preview look slightly different from the final PDF?
The live preview is an approximation rendered in the browser. The final PDF is captured using html2canvas, which may differ slightly in spacing, font rendering, or scaled elements depending on your layout.
What formats can I upload?
You can upload .html, .htm, .txt, or .md files. The tool reads them as text, sanitizes scripts and styles, and renders only the safe HTML portion for conversion.
Why are scripts, styles, and external CSS removed?
For safety and consistency, the tool strips <script>, <style>, and external stylesheet tags. This prevents layout-breaking styles and protects you from running untrusted code.
What do the margin settings do?
Margins define the empty space around your rendered HTML inside the PDF. Adjusting top, bottom, left, and right margins helps fit content properly into A4 or Letter pages.
How does the 'Render scale' option affect PDF quality?
Higher scale values produce sharper images inside the PDF but increase rendering time. Lower values export faster but may appear slightly softer. The recommended range is 1.0 to 2.0.
Why does my PDF rotate or shrink unexpectedly?
If your HTML layout is wider or taller than the chosen page size, the tool automatically scales the snapshot to fit the available space. Choosing the correct orientation (portrait or landscape) usually fixes this.
Does it support background colors and images?
Yes. If 'Render with background' is enabled, background colors and background images are included. If disabled, the output uses a plain white background.
Why do I see 'Please enter some HTML before converting'?
This appears when the sanitized version of your HTML is empty. Invalid HTML, empty files, or content removed by the sanitizer can trigger this warning. Add valid HTML or adjust your markup and try again.