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CERTIFICATE GUIDES

Certificate Guides for Schools, Trainers & Businesses

Everything you need to know about creating, issuing, and managing certificates. From course completion certificates to bulk generation for entire organizations.

Certificate Guides

Certificate FAQ

What is a certificate of completion?

A certificate of completion is a document issued to confirm that a person has successfully finished a course, training program, or project. It includes the recipient's name, program title, completion date, and an authorized signature.

How do I create a certificate for free?

Use PDFMakerAPI's free certificate templates. Choose a template, customize it with your logo and details, add recipient information, and download as PDF. Up to 50 certificates per month for free.

Can I generate certificates in bulk from a spreadsheet?

Yes. Add dynamic fields to your template, upload a CSV or Excel file with participant data, and PDFMakerAPI generates a personalized PDF for each row automatically.

What types of certificates can I create?

Completion certificates, training certificates, award certificates, participation certificates, professional certifications, and academic certificates. Templates available for all types.

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