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Certificate PDF API

Generate certificates of completion, awards, and training PDFs automatically using your templates with a PDF API or no-code workflows.

Use your own templates. Map fields once. Generate PDFs instantly via the PrefillPDF PDF API.

Last updated·Dec 31, 2025Created·Dec 30, 2025
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Why choose PrefillPDF for Certificate PDF API?

Instant Personalization

Prefill names, dates, and achievement details automatically.

Bulk Generation

Generate hundreds or thousands of certificates in one workflow.

Error Reduction

Eliminate typos by pulling data directly from your system.

Brand-Perfect Output

Keep typography and layout consistent with your certificate design.

Secure Delivery

Generate and stream PDFs without storing recipient data.

How it works with the PDF API

  1. 1Upload your certificate template once.
  2. 2Map fields like recipient name, date, and course title.
  3. 3Send recipient data via PDF API or no-code automation.
  4. 4Get a finished certificate PDF instantly.

Next: review API endpoints and template mapping.

Certificate PDF API in action

Course Completion

Auto-generate certificates for online courses.

Employee Training

Create training certificates for HR and compliance.

Event Attendance

Issue attendance certificates after webinars or events.

Awards & Recognition

Generate awards with names and achievements prefilled.

QR Verification

Add a QR code image placeholder for certificate validation.

Benefits of using the PDF API

Save hours of admin work

Generate at scale

Maintain consistent branding

Reduce mistakes

Secure data handling

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FAQ

Can I use my own certificate design template?

Yes. Upload your template and map placeholders to generate certificates via the PDF API.

Can I generate certificates in bulk?

Yes. PrefillPDF supports high-volume generation using API calls or no-code workflows.

Can certificates include images or QR codes?

Yes. You can map image placeholders to URLs or uploads (great for QR verification).

Do you store recipient data or generated certificates?

No. PrefillPDF streams PDFs back without storing them.

Can I automate this from Airtable or my LMS?

Yes. Trigger generation via API or no-code tools like Zapier, Make, and n8n.

Generate personalized certificates via PDF API

Create completion certificates and awards automatically at scale-no manual editing needed.

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