ChatToPdf is a web-based tool that converts WhatsApp chat exports into professional PDF documents with court-ready formatting, supporting both iPhone and Android exports. It processes .txt and .zip files from WhatsApp, preserving messages, images, and timestamps, and outputs searchable, styled PDFs in under 30 seconds. No account required, and files auto-delete within 24 hours.
What is ChatToPdf?
ChatToPdf is an online converter that takes WhatsApp chat exports (.txt for text-only, .zip with media) and generates PDFs in four distinct styles. It runs entirely in the browser — no software installation — and is built by an independent team (no company name stated). The tool is designed for both personal and professional use, with a focus on legal admissibility and clean formatting.
Key Features
- Four PDF styles — WhatsApp Classic (chat bubbles), Clean Document (minimalist), Formal/Legal (numbered entries with ISO timestamps), and Book Format (elegant layout for binding). Each preserves timestamps, sender names, and media.
- Image and attachment handling — Images are embedded inline in the PDF or placed in an appendix; attachments (e.g., documents) are included as supported.
- Voice note transcription — In the Premium + Voice tier (from $49), voice notes are automatically transcribed with word-level timestamps, supporting 17 high-accuracy plus 30+ auto-detected languages.
- Court-ready output — The Formal/Legal style includes numbered entries, ISO 8601 timestamps, and a professional layout that reads as official, used by lawyers in 17 countries.
- Searchable text — PDFs have a real text layer, not scanned images, so all content is fully searchable.
- Privacy and security — Files are auto-deleted within 24 hours after delivery. The service is GDPR and CCPA compliant.
- Free preview — Upload your chat and see a live preview with all styles before paying. No account or credit card needed.
Who is it for?
- Legal professionals — Export WhatsApp chats as evidence with numbered, timestamped entries that meet court standards.
- Individuals preserving memories — Convert personal conversations into beautifully formatted PDF keepsakes or bound books.
- Business compliance officers — Archive WhatsApp Business chats with filtering, date range selection, and monthly separation for audit trails.
- Users needing voice note transcription — Convert lengthy audio messages into searchable text inline with the chat, saving hours of manual transcription.
What can you do with ChatToPdf?
- Generate court-ready evidence — Upload a chat export, select the Formal/Legal style, and get a PDF with numbered paragraphs and UTC timestamps suitable for submission.
- Create personal memory books — Use the WhatsApp Classic or Book Format style to preserve a conversation as a printed keepsake or PDF.
- Archive business chats for compliance — Filter participants, select date ranges, and split by month to produce separate PDFs for each period.
- Transcribe voice notes automatically — Upgrade to Premium + Voice to have every audio message transcribed with word-level timestamps, embedded in the conversation flow.
How does ChatToPdf work?
- Export from WhatsApp — Open the chat, tap the contact name, scroll to Export Chat, and choose 'Without Media' (.txt) or 'Include Media' (.zip). WhatsApp emails the file.
- Upload and preview — Drop the file into the converter. It instantly parses and shows a live preview with all four styles. Customize layout, dates, and participants at no cost.
- Pay and generate — Choose your tier (Basic $7 to Power User $99) based on chat size and features. Pay once per chat — no subscription. The PDF is ready in 30 seconds and emailed to you. Source files auto-delete within 24 hours.
Pricing
Per-chat, one-time payments:
- Basic ($7) — Up to 5,000 messages,
.txt only, all four styles.
- Standard ($14) — Up to 25,000 messages,
.txt and .zip, images inline, group by date, system message filtering.
- Premium ($29) — Unlimited messages, participant filter, date range, separate PDF per month.
- Premium + Voice ($49) — Everything in Premium plus voice note transcription (up to 8 hours of audio per chat, word-level timestamps, 17+30+ languages).
- Power User ($99) — Everything in Premium + Voice, no audio cap, priority processing, single-zip bundle with PDF, Excel, CSV, transcripts, and JSON.
Free preview before payment · 7-day money-back guarantee · Use code REPEAT10 for 10% off on second chat.
FAQ
How do I export my WhatsApp chat?
Open the chat, tap the contact name (or the three dots), scroll to 'Export Chat', choose 'Without Media' (for .txt) or 'Include Media' (for .zip), and send it to your email.
Are my conversations private and secure?
Yes. Files are encrypted in transit and auto-deleted within 24 hours after delivery. The service is GDPR and CCPA compliant.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, a 7-day money-back guarantee covers all paid conversions. Contact support if you're not satisfied.
How long does the conversion take?
After upload and payment, the PDF is generated in under 30 seconds and sent to your email.
What if my chat has more than 5,000 messages?
The Basic tier caps at 5,000 messages. For larger chats, choose Standard (25,000 limit) or Premium (unlimited within that chat).
