Convert DOC to Protected PDF in Async with PHP using PDF.co Web API

Step 1: Copy and Review the Source Code

• Begin by copying the provided HTML and PHP source code.
• Paste this code into your preferred code editor, such as VS Code, Sublime Text, PHPStorm, or any other editor you prefer.
• Please ensure that the Owner and User password values are added, the PDF permissions are set, and the security settings are properly configured.

Step 2: Save the PHP and HTML File in the Directory

Once you've edited the code, save the PHP and HTML file in the appropriate directory for local hosting.

• For XAMPP Users: Save the file in the /htdocs directory.
• For WampServer Users: Save the file in the /www directory.

Saving the file in these locations ensures that it’s accessible from your local server.

Step 3: Start the Apache Module

To execute your PHP script, ensure that your Apache server is running.

• Open the XAMPP or WampServer control panel.
• Click Start next to the Apache module to activate the server.

Step 4: Run the PHP Program Locally

Open your browser and enter the following in the address bar to access the file:

• URL Path: If you saved the file as sample.html in a folder, enter localhost/your-folder-name/sample.html.
• Add Your API Key: Log in to your PDF.co account and retrieve your API Key from your dashboard.
• Input Your DOC/DOCX File: Upload the DOC or DOCX file you want to convert to PDF.
• Send the Request: Click the Proceed button to send the request to the PDF.co Web API for conversion.

Step 5: Access the Generated PDF Result

Once the process is complete, a link to the output file will be generated. Click on the link to open the protected PDF file.

Step 6: Enter the Security Password

To access the file, you need to enter the security password. This password ensures that only authorized users can open and view the file.

Step 7: Generated Protected PDF

Here is the protected PDF file generated from the Word document.