Starting today (May 27, 2026), every new SelectPdf API key is created with Chromium set as its default rendering engine. Existing keys are not affected — they keep behaving exactly the way they do today. This post explains what changes, why we picked Chromium, and how to choose a different engine on any call.
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How to Convert HTML to PDF Without Expensive Software
Converting HTML to PDF is a common requirement for modern websites and business applications. Invoices, reports, contracts, receipts, certificates, dashboards, and email templates often need to be saved or delivered as PDF files.
The challenge is that many PDF generation tools can be expensive, complex, or dependent on external services. The good news is that you do not always need costly desktop software or enterprise subscriptions to convert HTML to PDF.