Snapforge
@sporty303
Screenshot & HTML-to-PDF rendering API for AI agents — capture any URL or raw HTML as
Overview
What is Snapforge?
Snapforge is a tool that converts any URL or raw HTML into a screenshot or PDF directly from an AI agent. It integrates via the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and is built for developers who need to capture web content programmatically.
How to use Snapforge?
Use Snapforge either locally via stdio (npx -y snapforge-mcp with the SNAPFORGE_API_KEY environment variable) or using the hosted endpoint at https://snapforge.org/mcp with your API key in the x-api-key header. The server exposes two tools: snapforge_screenshot (PNG/JPEG with options for full page, viewport, scale, format) and snapforge_pdf (PDF with page format, landscape, margins, etc.).
Key features of Snapforge
- Converts any URL or raw HTML to screenshot or PDF
- Two dedicated tools: snapforge_screenshot and snapforge_pdf
- Supports full-page, viewport, scale, and format options for screenshots
- PDF generation with configurable page format, landscape, and margins
- Works locally via stdio or hosted as a zero-install MCP server
- Free API key provides 100 renders per month
Use cases of Snapforge
- Capture web page screenshots on demand from an AI chat agent
- Generate PDF receipts or invoices from HTML templates
- Archive web content as PDF or image for record-keeping
- Automate visual testing by comparing screenshot outputs
FAQ from Snapforge
How do I get an API key?
Get a free API key at https://snapforge.org — the free tier includes 100 renders per month.
What are the two tools available?
The server provides snapforge_screenshot (for PNG/JPEG images) and snapforge_pdf (for PDF documents), both accepting a URL or raw HTML.
Can I use Snapforge without installing anything?
Yes, you can use the hosted endpoint at https://snapforge.org/mcp with your API key in the x-api-key header — no local installation required.
What options are available for screenshots?
Full page capture, viewport size, scale, and output format (PNG/JPEG) can be configured.
Does Snapforge support PDF customization?
Yes, you can set page format, enable landscape mode, and adjust margins when generating PDFs.
