Description
SearchWP Xpdf Integration Addon
Expand your site search to include PDF content. The SearchWP Xpdf Integration Addon integrates Xpdf with SearchWP, allowing it to index the text inside PDF files. Perfect for knowledge bases, documentation libraries, research sites, and digital product catalogs, this addon ensures that PDF content is fully searchable in WordPress.
GPL-licensed • Unlimited websites • Lifetime free updates • Limited support via email (from wpshop.net)
Feature Highlights
Detailed Overview
The SearchWP Xpdf Integration Addon brings powerful document search to WordPress by extracting and indexing the text inside PDFs. Unlike standard WordPress search, which ignores file contents, this addon ensures your PDFs become first-class searchable resources.
For Libraries, Knowledge Bases & Digital Publishers
If your site provides downloadable PDFs—such as reports, guides, research papers, or product catalogs—this addon makes them fully discoverable via search.
Powered by Xpdf
Xpdf is a proven, fast, and lightweight tool for PDF extraction. This integration leverages it to deliver accurate results with minimal server impact.
Comparison Table
Feature | SearchWP Xpdf Integration | SearchWP (Core) | Other Search Plugins |
---|---|---|---|
PDF Text Indexing | Yes – via Xpdf | No | Limited |
Metadata Support | Yes | Basic Only | Varies |
Lightweight & Fast | Optimized | Yes (non-PDF) | Depends |
Multilingual PDF Support | Yes | No | Rare |
Ease of Setup | Quick & Simple | Core Only | Complex |
GPL Licensing | Unlimited Sites | N/A | Restricted |
Installation Guide
- Download the addon ZIP from your wpshop.net account.
- In WordPress, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
- Upload the ZIP, click Install Now, then Activate.
- Ensure SearchWP core is installed and active.
- Install Xpdf on your hosting server (instructions provided with the addon).
- Configure PDF indexing options under SearchWP → Settings.
- Rebuild the search index to include PDF content.
Licensing Information
The SearchWP Xpdf Integration Addon is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). Your purchase from wpshop.net provides:
- Unlimited site usage—great for publishers, documentation sites, and research libraries.
- Lifetime free updates via your account dashboard.
- Limited email support for licensing and downloads.
Disclaimer: wpshop.net is an independent GPL marketplace and is not affiliated with or endorsed by SearchWP, Xpdf, or their developers. Products are provided for legitimate GPL use.
FAQs
Does this addon make all PDFs searchable?
Yes, as long as the PDF contains extractable text. Image-only PDFs may require OCR before indexing.
Do I need to install Xpdf separately?
Yes. Xpdf must be installed on your hosting server. Setup instructions are included with the addon.
Can I exclude certain PDFs?
Yes. You can control which PDFs are indexed and displayed in search results through SearchWP settings.
Will this slow down my site?
No. Indexing runs in the background and is optimized for performance. Search results are fast and lightweight.
Does it support multilingual PDFs?
Yes. Text extraction works with documents in multiple languages, including non-Latin scripts.
Is coding required to set this up?
No. Configuration is handled in the SearchWP settings panel, though server access is required for Xpdf installation.
Why Choose SearchWP Xpdf Integration Addon?
Because your PDFs deserve to be searchable. Whether you run a knowledge base, digital store, or research archive, this addon ensures that visitors can discover valuable content inside your PDF documents with ease.
Ready to unlock your PDF library? Add the SearchWP Xpdf Integration Addon to your cart today and enjoy GPL freedom, unlimited usage, and lifetime updates from wpshop.net.
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