Markdown to PDF MCP Server

🚀 Convert Markdown content to professional PDF documents instantly with our Model Context Protocol (MCP) server!

Transform any Markdown text into beautifully formatted PDF documents with customizable page sizes, margins, orientations, and styling. This Actor provides a powerful tool via the Model Context Protocol for developers, content creators, and businesses who need to programmatically convert Markdown documents to professional PDFs.

Target Audience: Developers, content creators, technical writers, businesses needing document automation Primary Use Cases: Document generation, report creation, automated PDF exports, content publishing

What Does Markdown to PDF MCP Server Do?

This tool converts Markdown content to PDF format using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It delivers:

• Professional PDF generation from Markdown text
• Customizable page formats (A4, Letter, Legal, and more)
• Flexible margins and orientations
• Custom CSS styling support
• Header and footer templates with page numbers
• High-quality rendering with background graphics

Business Value: Automate document generation workflows, create professional reports from Markdown, and integrate PDF conversion into your applications without complex setup.

How to use the Markdown to PDF MCP Server - Full Demo

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Input

This Actor runs in standby mode and accepts requests via the MCP protocol. No input is required at startup. Simply connect to the server endpoint and send MCP requests.

Connection URL: Once deployed, connect using your standby URL:

https://me--markdown-to-pdf-mcp.apify.actor/mcp

Authentication: Pass your Apify API token in the Authorization header:

Authorization: Bearer <YOUR_APIFY_API_TOKEN>

Here's an example MCP request to convert Markdown to PDF:

{
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "name": "markdown_to_pdf",
    "arguments": {
      "markdown": "# Hello World\n\nThis is a **test** PDF document.",
      "options": {
        "format": "A4",
        "orientation": "portrait"
      }
    }
  }
}

Output

After sending a request, you'll receive a JSON response with the PDF as a base64-encoded string:

{
  "content": [
    {
      "type": "text",
      "text": "{\n  \"success\": true,\n  \"pdf\": \"JVBERi0xLjQKJeLjz9MKMy...\",\n  \"size\": 12345,\n  \"format\": \"base64\"\n}"
    }
  ]
}

What You Get:

• Base64-encoded PDF content ready for download or storage
• PDF size information for monitoring
• Success/error status with detailed error messages

Download Options: Decode the base64 string to get your PDF file

Why Choose the Markdown to PDF MCP Server?

• Professional Quality: High-quality PDF rendering with proper formatting and styling
• Customizable: Full control over page size, margins, orientation, and CSS styling
• Fast Response: Standby mode ensures instant response times for requests
• Standard Protocol: Uses Model Context Protocol for easy integration with MCP clients
• Pay Per Use: Only pay for what you use with flexible pricing

Time Savings: Convert documents in seconds instead of manually formatting and exporting Efficiency: Automate document generation workflows without manual intervention

How to Use

1. Sign Up: Create a free account w/ $5 credit (takes 2 minutes)
2. Find the Actor: Visit the Markdown to PDF MCP Server page
3. Deploy in Standby Mode: Enable standby mode in Actor settings
4. Connect: Use your standby URL to send MCP requests
5. Get PDFs: Receive base64-encoded PDFs in your responses

Total Time: Setup takes less than 5 minutes No Technical Skills Required: Works with any MCP-compatible client

Business Use Cases

Content Teams:

• Automate report generation from Markdown documentation
• Convert blog posts to PDF format for distribution
• Create branded PDFs from technical documentation

Developers:

• Integrate PDF generation into applications via MCP
• Convert API documentation to PDF format
• Generate invoices and reports from Markdown templates

Businesses:

• Automate document workflows with custom styling
• Create professional PDFs from Markdown content
• Streamline content publishing processes

Technical Writers:

• Convert documentation to PDF for distribution
• Create branded PDFs with custom headers and footers
• Generate print-ready documents from Markdown

Using Markdown to PDF MCP Server with the Apify API

For advanced users who want to automate this process, you can control the server programmatically with the Apify API. This allows you to schedule regular document generation and integrate with your existing business tools.

• Node.js: Install the apify-client NPM package
• Python: Use the apify-client PyPI package
• See the Apify API reference for full details

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does it work? A: The server runs in standby mode and accepts MCP protocol requests. You send Markdown content via the MCP protocol and receive a base64-encoded PDF in response.

Q: What Markdown features are supported? A: The converter supports all standard Markdown features including headers, bold/italic text, lists, links, images, code blocks, tables, and blockquotes.

Q: Can I customize the PDF appearance? A: Yes! You can customize page size, margins, orientation, and add custom CSS styling. Headers and footers with page numbers are also supported.

Q: How accurate is the PDF generation? A: The PDF generation uses Puppeteer for high-quality rendering, ensuring accurate formatting and styling that matches your Markdown content.

Q: Can I schedule regular conversions? A: Yes, you can use the Apify API to schedule regular document generation or integrate with automation tools.

Q: What if I need help? A: Check the Actor logs in Apify Console for detailed error messages, or review the troubleshooting section below.

Q: Is my data secure? A: Yes, all requests require authentication with your Apify API token, and data is processed securely on the Apify platform.

Integrate Markdown to PDF MCP Server with any app and automate your workflow

Last but not least, Markdown to PDF MCP Server can be connected with almost any cloud service or web app thanks to integrations on the Apify platform.

These includes:

• Make
• Zapier
• Slack
• Airbyte
• GitHub
• Google Drive
• and much more.

Alternatively, you can use webhooks to carry out an action whenever an event occurs, e.g. get a notification whenever Markdown to PDF MCP Server successfully generates a PDF.

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This Actor is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any Markdown or PDF-related companies or organizations. All trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.