Paperbolt turns any WordPress content into beautiful PDFs using a cloud-based rendering engine. No server-side rendering means zero PHP memory issues, no font configuration headaches, and full support for modern CSS including flexbox and grid.

Key Features

Cloud Rendering — All PDF rendering happens in the cloud via a Chromium engine. Supports flexbox, grid, custom fonts, and modern CSS.
Zero Server Load — Works on shared hosting. No PHP extensions or fonts to install.
WooCommerce Invoices — Generate invoices, packing slips, and receipts. Auto-attach to order emails.
Batch Processing — Generate up to 100 PDFs in a single API call.
Post-Processing — Merge, split, compress, and password-protect PDFs.
Simple Setup — Enter your API key and you’re ready to go.

Features

Download any post or page as a PDF with one click
WooCommerce invoice, packing slip, and receipt generation
Auto-attach invoices to WooCommerce order emails
Sequential invoice numbering with configurable format
Shortcode and Gutenberg block for download buttons
Bulk PDF generation from post lists and WooCommerce orders
Template management synced with your Paperbolt account
Starter template library with one-click import
Usage dashboard showing credits remaining
WP-CLI support: wp paperbolt generate <post_id>
Customizable paper size, orientation, and margins
Built-in PDF typography and table styling controls
PDF caching to minimize API calls
Full translation support

Pricing

The plugin is free. You need a Paperbolt account (also free) for API access:

Free — 50 credits/month. No credit card required.
Starter ($9/mo) — 2,000 credits. Chromium engine access.
Pro ($29/mo) — 10,000 credits. Batch API, priority rendering.
Business ($79/mo) — 50,000 credits. Everything included.

Third-Party Services

This plugin relies on the Paperbolt API service to generate PDF documents. No PDFs are rendered locally; all rendering is performed by the Paperbolt cloud service.

Service URL: https://lightningpdf.dev

When data is sent:

When a PDF is generated (post/page download, WooCommerce invoice, shortcode, bulk generation)
When templates are listed, imported, or deleted (template management)
When usage/credit information is checked (hourly cron sync and admin dashboard)

What data is sent:

HTML content of the post, page, or WooCommerce order being converted to PDF
For WooCommerce documents: order details including billing name, address, email, phone, shipping address, line items, and totals
Your API key for authentication
PDF generation options (paper size, orientation, margins, typography settings)

Service policies:

By using this plugin, you agree to the Paperbolt Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Please review these policies before activating the plugin, especially if you process personal data subject to GDPR or similar regulations.