=== PDF Generator for WordPress ===
Contributors: wpswings
Donate link: https://wpswings.com/
Tags: PDF, invoices, 3d flipbook, PDF generator, pdf flipbook, WordPress PDF generator
Requires at least: 6.7.0
Tested up to: 6.9.4
WC requires at least: 6.5.0
WC tested up to: 10.6.1
Stable tag: 1.6.1
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv3 or later 
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

PDF Generator for WordPress allows you to convert posts into PDF files to share information across multiple channels. 

== Description ==

With PDF generator for WordPress you can create and customize interactive PDFs and transform your custom PDFs and images into a 3D flipbook, you can also convert posts and pages into PDFs. PDF Generator plugin also offers Elementor and Gutenberg support, embedding options for Google and third-party services, bulk export, and advanced design settings for brand presentation.

PDF Generator plugin for WordPress helps you create and customize PDF files for your website pages, making your content easy to access offline. It allows the admin to convert posts, pages, blogs, and products into downloadable PDFs with full control over layout, colors, and fonts.

With this WordPress PDF embedder plugin, users can download PDFs, view them in a new tab, or receive them via email. The plugin also supports Elementor and Gutenberg, making it simple to add shortcodes or embed third-party services like Google Forms, Canva, or Loom.

You can even turn your PDFs or images into interactive flipbooks, export files in bulk, and set display rules for different user roles. Users can share the downloaded PDF files for non-commercial use with the [**WordPress PDF Generator Pro**](https://wpswings.com/product/pdf-generator-for-wp-pro/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-pro&utm_medium=wpswings-org-page&utm_campaign=pdf-pro) plugin.


[**WordPress PDF Generator Demo**](https://demo.wpswings.com/pdf-generator-for-wp-pro/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-demo&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=frontend-demo) | [**PDF Generator Documentation**](https://docs.wpswings.com/pdf-generator-for-wp/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-doc&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=documentation) | [**Contact Us**](https://wpswings.com/contact-us/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=contact-us).

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== WITH THE PDF GENERATOR FOR WORDPRESS PLUGIN YOU CAN: ==

* You can choose and adjust the logo size as per your requirement in the default template header.
* You can choose from various page sizes including A1, A2, A4, B2, B4, and so on.
* Admin can choose from multiple date formats to show on PDF.
* Merchants can enable the setting to show Post Created Date and Current Date in the PDF
* Convert all the posts, pages, blogs, and products into PDF files.
* Now update PDF icon visibility based on user roles.
* Export posts, products, and pages into PDF format in bulk with the default PDF template.
* Add footer customizations for post name, post date, and author name.
* Display more than one image in a row.
* Display more than one meta field in a row as per requirement.
* Display icon to both guest users and registered users.
* Allow direct download of PDF files or send them to users’ email addresses. 
* Get a Shortcode to add the PDF icon anywhere on the page.
* Get a shortcode to insert your own pdf.
* Set the PDF download button’s location. 
* Create a custom PDF download icon.
* Predefined header, footer, and body settings.
* Include author details. 
* Compatible with WPML, thus facilitating your multilingual audience.
* Compatible with WordPress Multisite
* Compatible with WooCommerce HPOS

== PDF GENERATOR PLUGIN MEETS YOUR REQUIREMENT, SO ==

[**Download Now**](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/pdf-generator-for-wp.zip)

== WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OUR PDF GENERATOR FOR WORDPRESS PLUGIN == 

**1) Generate 3D Flipbooks With PDFs or Images**
Our PDF Generator plugin also offers a built-in 3D flipbook feature that lets you transform any PDF into an engaging, interactive flipbook. You can even choose multiple images and instantly convert them into a flipbook. It provides plenty of customization options like setting custom height and width, showing the flipbook in a modal popup, adding realistic page-flip sounds, and more.

**2) Elementor Blocks For Shortcodes**
All the existing shortcodes have been converted into easy-to-use Elementor blocks. Just open Elementor, drag and drop your favorite block into your page or post, and you’re all set.

**3) Embed Multiple Third-Party Services**
Our PDF embedder plugin has the feature to embed multiple third-party services like LinkedIn Post, Reddit Post, Canva embed, Loom Video Embed, Calendly Calendar, Twitch Streams, and Strava, and the best thing is that all these services are in the form of Gutenberg blocks. Hence, you just need to add the respective block on your page and paste the embedding link. You are good to go!

**4) Gutenberg Block to Embed All Google Services**
Our free pdf creator plugin allows you to embed Google services like Forms, Slides, Sheets, and Docs into your posts using the intuitive WPSwings Gutenberg blocks. Just search for it, add your Google URL, and it’s done. 

Plus, existing shortcodes such as [WPS_SINGLE_IMAGE] are now converted into Gutenberg blocks, making customization simple

**5) Customize Template Color and Text Color**
With Our free PDF embedder Plugin you can customize the overall color of your PDF, plus you’ll also get the option to customize the text color of your PDF. Customizing the color scheme and text color of your PDF can enhance brand consistency and professionalism.

**6) Include Important Details**
The General Settings in the PDF plugin allows you to include important information in the generated PDF files. The plugin lets you display the categories, tags, taxonomy, post date, and author name. 

**7) Display PDF Icon Based on User Roles**
With the help of our latest update in the WordPress PDF plugin, you can now restrict the visibility of the PDF icon on your website for different user roles such as administrator, author, editor, and so on. This will assist you a great deal in increasing quality leads from your website itself. 

**8) Bulk Export**
You can export PDF files for products, pages, and posts in bulk using the default template provided in our free WordPress PDF plugin generator.

**9) Add Footer Customizations** 
Our WordPress embed PDF plugin brings in the footer customization options for you. You can now add the post name, post date, and author name to the pages of your generated PDF files.

**10) Display More Images In a Row**
We have solved displaying your post or product images in a better format in our latest update for the PDF creator plugin. You can now display more than one image in a row using the functionalities of this PDF plugin by turning on the settings from the body settings tab.

**11) Control The Display Of Functionality**
From the display settings of the PDF icon, you can choose to display the PDF generator icon to either the registered users, the guest users, or both. You can also opt to allow, both, the registered and guest users to either directly download the information in PDF format or e-mail the PDF file to the user.

**12) Icon Settings**
WordPress PDF Generator gives you a free hand to customize the plugin icon for the front end of your website. You can also set the size of the PDF generator icon as per the design and theme requirements of the WordPress site. Display settings in the plugin allow several positions to place the icon, also letting you set the alignment of the same to center, right, and left.

**13) Predefine Header Settings**
The layout settings authorize you to tailor-make the header settings. You can upload the company logo and details besides setting the header width. Layout settings also allow you to set the font and font size. 

**14) Predefine Body Settings**
Body settings have many features to let you set the page orientation, page size, and title settings. You can also predefine the content font settings, font color, page margin, and border settings. This plugin also provides RTL support for Hebrew and Arabic languages. You can add a watermark to represent your brand in the layout settings.

**15) Predefine Footer Settings**
WordPress embed PDF plugin allows you to set the size and width of the footer using the layout settings. It also allows you to set the footer text font and size as well. 

**16) Relevant Post Types And Appropriate Meta Fields**
The plugin gives you the option to make the post visible only for relevant post types such as post, page, or product, depending on the utility of your content. The admin is also authorized to set the meta fields that you wish to display in the posts, pages, or products, individually.

Also, if your product images are different from your product image gallery then you can write the name in the box below, enable the setting, and uncheck this in the metafield section. 

**17) Upload Your PDF Files** 
The plugin allows you to upload your own PDF files for download. You can also limit access to these files for registered users or guest users.

Visit [**PDF Generator for WordPress Documentation**](https://docs.wpswings.com/pdf-generator-for-wp/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-docs&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=documentation) and learn more about the features and working of the plugin.

== LIVE DEMO OF PDF GENERATOR PLUGIN ==

* [**WordPress PDF Generator Frontend demo**](https://demo.wpswings.com/pdf-generator-for-wp-pro/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-demo&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=frontend-demo)

* [**WordPress PDF Generator Backend demo**](https://demo.wpswings.com/pdf-generator-for-wp-pro/request-for-personal-demo/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-demo&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=backend-demo)

== WORDPRESS PDF GENERATOR COMPATIBILITIES == 

* **Track Order For WooCommerce:** WordPress PDF plugin is compatible with our track order plugin. You can show the order tracking card in the generated invoices, so your users can directly track their orders from the generated invoices.

* **WooCommerce HPOS:** The PDF generator for WordPress is compatible with WooCommerce High-Performance Order Storage HPOS which allows you to store order data in custom order tables to maximize your eCommerce store performance.

== WHAT PREMIUM VERSION OF THE WORDPRESS PDF GENERATOR PLUGIN OFFERS ==

**1) Placement of Meta Fields**: PDF Generator for WordPress now lets you place and organize different meta fields in your customized WordPress PDF templates exactly how you want.

**2) Taxonomy Settings**: WordPress PDF Creator Plugin now allows you to add taxonomies to your PDF files effortlessly.

**3) Bulk Download**: The WordPress PDF Creator Plugin allows users to download multiple PDFs in bulk with a single click.

**4) Custom CSS**: The WordPress PDF Creator Plugin also lets you use custom CSS to further personalize the look and feel of your PDF templates. 

**5) Custom Template**: WordPress PDF Generator Plugin allows admins to upload a custom image for the cover page, in addition to using predefined templates. 

**6) Layout Customization**: WordPress PDF Generator Plugin offers layout customization options, allowing you to adjust the arrangement of elements in your PDFs. 

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== DOCUMENTATION OF PREMIUM VERSION ==

* [**PDF Generator For WP Pro Documentation**](https://docs.wpswings.com/pdf-generator-for-wp/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-doc&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=pro-doc)

== SUPPORT ==

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== Installation ==

= Automatic installation =

Automatic installation is the easiest option as WordPress handles the file transfers itself and you don't need to leave your web browser. To do an automatic install of PDF Generator for WordPress, log in to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to the Plugins menu, and click Add New.

In the search field type "PDF Generator for WordPress" and click Search Plugins. Once you've found our plugin you can view details about it such as the point release, rating, and description. Most importantly, of course, you can install it by simply clicking "Install Now".

= Manual installation =

The manual installation method involves downloading our PDF Generator for WordPress and uploading it to your webserver via your favourite FTP application. The WordPress contains [instructions on how to do this here](https://wordpress.org/support/article/managing-plugins/#manual-plugin-installation).

= Updating =

Automatic updates should work like a charm; as always though, ensure you backup your site just in case.

== FAQ ==

= Can We Edit The Front/First Page Of The PDF By Itself? = 
Yes, you can edit the front page for this go to the plugin setting> PDF first-page setting>custom template here you can edit your template accordingly.

= Can customers directly download the PDF on their local devices? =
Yes, customers can directly download the PDF on their local devices.

= How can one add the PDF button on a single product page? =
We have already provided the shortcode. You can use that shortcode to place the PDF button on a particular product page so you can generate a PDF from the page.

= How to place the PDF button appropriately for my uploaded document? =
Go to WP Swings--> PDF Generator for WordPress--> PDF Upload. Click on the Upload Doc button to upload your PDF file. Click on the Save Settings button. The shortcode will be generated. Use this shortcode to place your PDF icon appropriately for your users.

= Can I rename the meta fields for posts, pages, and products? =
You can rename the meta fields and taxonomies in the premium version of the PDF Generator plugin.

= My Question Is Not Listed? =
Visit here [**WP Swings Plugin Knowledge Base**](https://support.wpswings.com/wordpress-plugins-knowledge-base/category/pdf-generator-for-wp/?utm_source=wpswings-pdf-kb&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=kb)

== Screenshots ==

1. General setting
2. PDF setting
3. Direct download pdf
4. Pdf icon setting
5. PDF Header setting
6. PDF Body setting
7. PDF Page setting
8. PDF Border setting
9. PDF Watermark setting
10. PDF Page template setting 
11. PDF Footer setting
12. PDF Advanced setting
13. PDF Meta-field setting
14. PDF Upload setting
15. WPML Setting
16. Embed multiple third-party services
17. Flipbook feature
18. Flipbook Shortcode 
19. Flipbook Edit Post
20. Layout Flipbook Setting
21. Config Flipbook Setting

== Changelog ==

= 1.6.1 - Released on 16 March 2026 =
* New : Compatibility With Latest WP (6.9.4) and WC (10.6.1)

= 1.6.0 - Released on 12 February 2026 =
* New : PDF LOG USER log tracking.
* New : Compatibility With Latest WP (6.9.1) and WC (10.5.1)

= 1.5.9 - Released on 27 January 2026 =
* Enhancement : Implemented React-based list loading with bulk action support.
* Enhancement : Fixed overflow issues in the meta field tab settings.

= 1.5.8 - Released on 9 January 2026 =
* New : Compatibility with latest WP (6.9) and WC (10.4.3)
* Fix : deprecated  function fixes.

= 1.5.7 - Released on 13 November 2025 =
* New : Gutenberg block support for flipbook shortcode.
* New : Compatibility with latest WP (6.8.3) and WC (10.3.5)

= 1.5.6 - Released on 31 October 2025 =
* New: Introduced a powerful "Flipbook Generator" that converts any uploaded PDF or image set into an interactive flipbook.
* New: Added  "short Code support"  to easily embed flipbooks on any page or post.
* New: Added  "advanced customization options"— configure height, width, view type, flip sound, cover page, and more.
* New: Added support for creating "multiple flipbooks", each with a unique ID and independent configuration.
* New: Added an "intuitive admin interface" for managing flipbooks and inserting their shortcodes effortlessly.
* New: compatibility with the latest WP(6.8.3) and WC (10.3.3)

= 1.5.5 - Released on 05 September 2025 =
* New: Compatibility with the latest WP (6.8.2) and WC (10.1.2)
* Fix: Deprecated function fixes.

= 1.5.4 - Released on 20 August 2025 =
* New: Compatibility with the latest WP(6.8.2) and WC(10.1.0)
* New: Updated dompdf to version 3.0.1

= 1.5.3 - Released on 18 July 2025 =
* New: Compatibility with the latest versions of WordPress(6.8.2) and WooCommerce (10.0.2)
* Enhancement: Upgraded the Dompdf library to the latest stable version.
* Fix: Replaced deprecated functions with their latest stable alternatives.

= 1.5.2 - Released on 13 June 2025 =
* New: Compatibility with the latest versions of WordPress  (6.8.1) and WooCommerce (9.9.3).
* Enhancement: Improved custom table rendering to support larger and more complex table content in PDFs.
* Enhancement: Enhanced admin settings structure to support flexible and longer layout configurations.

= 1.5.1 - Released on 28 May 2025 = 
* New: Elementor widget support for all existing shortcodes/blocks, enabling easy drag-and-drop usage in the Elementor builder.
* New: Integration with Track Order For Woocommerce for enhanced compatibility and feature expansion.
* New: Ability to embed tracking information inside posts, pages, and generated PDFs via Elementor widgets.
* New: Compatibility with the latest WC(9.8.5) and WP(6.8.1)

= 1.5.0 - Released on 16 April 2025 =
* New: WPSwings Calendly Embed
* New: WPSwings Twitch Embed
* New: WPSwings Strava Embed
* Enhancement: Addition of  Shortcode tabs
* New: Compatibility with the latest WC(9.8.1) and WP(6.8)

= 1.4.2 - Released on 26 March 2025 = 
* New: LinkedIn Post Embed
* New: Reddit Post Embed
* New: Canva Embed.
* New: Loom Video Embed.
* New: Compatibility with the latest WC(9.7.1)

= 1.4.1 - Released on 05 March 2025 = 
* New: Developed Gutenberg Block to Embed all google services like (calendar, form, slide, doc, sheet)
* New: Converted existing shortcode to Gutenberg block  i.e  [WPS_SINGLE_IMAGE] [WORDPRESS_PDF]
* New: Compatibility with WP [6.7.2] and WC [9.7.0]
* Fix: issue fixed in case of [WPS_POST_GALLERY] shortcode

= 1.4.0 - Released on 02 January 2025 = 
* Fix : added the CSS to control the blank spaces
* New: Compatible with the latest WP (6.7.1) and WC (9.5.1)

= 1.3.9 - Released on 16 October 2024 = 
* New: Core update in code for new cover page

= 1.3.8 - Released on 09 October 2024 = 
* New: Special Character setting added.
* New: Compatible with the latest WP (6.6.2) and WC (9.3.3)

= 1.3.7 - Released on 16 September 2024 =
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.6.2) and WC(9.3.1)

= 1.3.6 - Released on 30 July 2024 = 
* Fix : Font issue for special character.
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.6.1) and WC(9.1.4)

= 1.3.5 - Released on 26 June 2024 = 
* New: Now WebP Image Format is now supportable on PDF.
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.5.5) and WC(9.0.2)

= 1.3.4 - Released on 30 April 2024 = 
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.5.2) and WC(8.8.2)
* New: Add new option for changing the pdf template colour and text color.

= 1.3.3 - Released on 02 April 2024 = 
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.4.3) and WC(8.7.0)
* New: Provide option to set the page orientation for bulk pdf generation
* New: Option to set the page size for bulk pdf generation from admin side

= 1.3.2 - Released on 21 Febuary 2024 = 
* New: Compatibility with latest WP(6.4.3) and WC(8.6.1)
* Fix: Crash PDF issue is fixed on opening to new window

= 1.3.1 - Released on 17 January 2024 = 
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.4.2) and WC(8.5.1)

= 1.3.0 - Released on 21 December 2024 = 
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.4.2) and WC(8.4.0)

= 1.2.9 - Released on 24 November 2023 = 
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.4.1) and WC(8.3.1)

= 1.2.8 - Released on 09 November 2023 =
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.4) and WC(8.2.2)
* New: Adjust logo size in default template header

= 1.2.7 - Released on 27 October 2023 = 
* New: Compatible with latest WP(6.3.2) and WC(8.2.1)
* Fix: Banner image design issue fixed

= 1.2.6 - Released on 03 October 2023 =
* New: Compatibility with HPOS
* New: Set custom page size option
* New: Option to set date format
* New: Added banner image in backend
* New: Compatibility with WP[6.3.1] and WC[8.1.1]
* Fix: Minor bug fixes related to order with invoice

= 1.2.5 - Released on 08 August 2023 = 
* New: Compatibility with WP[6.3.0] and WC[8.0.0]
* Fix: Email popup content is not displayed as a popup
* Fix: Pro tag added on internal page

= 1.2.4 - Released on 21 July 2023 =
* New: Compatibility with WP[6.2.2] and WC[7.9.0]
* New: Added pro tag in org

= 1.2.3 - Released on 23 June 2023 = 
* New: Hide title, thumbnail image, and description( word ) for default template
* New: Compatible with latest wp[6.2.2] and wc[7.8.0]

= 1.2.2 - Released on 05 June 2023 = 
* Fix: Fetial Error 

= 1.2.1 - Released on 01 June 2023 = 
* New: Compatible with WP(6.2.2) and WC(7.7.1)

= 1.2.0 - Released on 14 April  2023 = 
* New: Compatible with the latest WP (6.2.0) and WC (7.5.1)
* Enhancement: Dompdf library updated( 2.0.2 )

= 1.1.4 - Released on 17 March 2023 = 
* New: Compatible with the latest WP (6.1.1) and WC (7.5.0)
* Fix: Returning image ID's issue if images are saved on different keys

= 1.1.3 - Released on 14 February 2023 = 
* New: Compatible with the latest WP and WC

= 1.1.2 - Released on 13 January 2023 =
* New: Compatible with the latest WP and WC
* Fix: Security issue fixes

= 1.1.1 - Released on 23 November 2022 =
* New: Compatible with the latest WP and WC
* Fix: For showing gallery images row-wise in the default template you need to check the checkbox provided inside the body tab

= 1.1.0 - Released on 27 September 2022 =
* New: Compatible with the latest WP and WC
* New: Compatible with php8
* New: Show pdf icon based on the selected user roles 
* Fix: Minor bug fixes (font and template issues)

= 1.0.9 - Released on 21 July 2022 = 
* New: Export PDF( Post, Pages and Product) in  Bulk  from Admin Dashboard
* Fix:  Minor Bug Fixes

= 1.0.8 - Released on 26 June 2022 =
* New: Added Footer Customization (Author, Date and Title)
* New: Added Show Multiple Images In A Single Row
* New: Added Show Meta Fields Row Wise 
* Fix: Minor Bug Fixes

= 1.0.7 - Released on 20 May 2022 =

* New: Minor Bug Fixes
* New: Compatible with the latest WP and WC
 
= 1.0.6 - Released on 11 April 2022 =
* New: Some substantial changes across different areas of the plugin.
* New: Compatible with the latest WP and WC
* Fix: Minor Bug Fixes

= 1.0.5 - Released on 03 February 2022 =
* New: Change author from MakeWebBetter to WP Swings
* New: Notice display of current version for [**WP Swings**](https://wpswings.com/?utm_source=wpswings-official&utm_medium=pdf-org-page&utm_campaign=official).
* New: Compatible with the latest WP and WC
* Fix: Minor bug fixes

= 1.0.4 - Released on 26 November 2021 =
* New: Compatibility with latest WP(5.8.2) and WC(5.9).
* Fix: Minor bug fixes

= 1.0.3 - Released on 29 October 2021 =
* New: Multisite Compatibility added
* Fix: Minor bug fixes

= 1.0.2 - Released on 21 September 2021 =
* New: WPML Compatibility
* Fix: Minor bug fixes

= 1.0.1 - Released on 30 July 2021 =
* New: Shortcode updated
* Fix: Minor bug fixes
* Fix: Content issue resolved while using shortcode.

= 1.0.0 =
* First version. 

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.6.1 - Released on 16 March 2026 =
* New : Compatibility With Latest WP (6.9.4) and WC (10.6.1)