PDF Reports
SearchFit generates professional PDF reports that you can download, share with stakeholders, and use for presentations.
Generating a PDF Report
From Dashboard
- Navigate to any report in your dashboard
- Click the Download PDF button
- Wait for PDF generation (usually 10-30 seconds)
- Download starts automatically
From Report Page
- View your full AEO report
- Click Export → Download PDF
- Select sections to include (optional)
- Generate and download
PDF Contents
Your PDF report includes:
Cover Page
- Report title and date
- Domain analyzed
- Overall AEO score
- SearchFit branding
Executive Summary
- Key findings overview
- Score breakdown by platform
- Top 3 recommendations
- Comparison to previous report
Detailed Analysis
- Platform-by-platform breakdown
- Mention analysis
- Sentiment overview
- Accuracy assessment
Recommendations
- Prioritized action items
- Impact assessment
- Implementation guidance
- Resource requirements
Appendix
- Raw data tables
- Methodology explanation
- Glossary of terms
Customizing PDFs
Branding Options
For Pro and Enterprise plans:
- Go to Settings → Branding
- Upload your logo
- Set brand colors
- Choose header/footer text
- Save branding preferences
Section Selection
Choose which sections to include:
- Toggle sections on/off before generating
- Reorder sections as needed
- Add custom notes or context
- Include or exclude competitor data
Sharing Reports
Direct Download
Download and share manually via:
- Email attachment
- Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox)
- Team messaging (Slack, Teams)
Shareable Link
Create a shareable link:
- Generate your PDF report
- Click Share → Create Link
- Set expiration (optional)
- Add password protection (optional)
- Copy and share the link
Scheduled Delivery
Automatically send reports:
- Go to Reports → Schedule
- Enable PDF delivery
- Add recipient email addresses
- Set delivery frequency
- Customize email message
Report History
Access previously generated PDFs:
- Go to Reports → History
- View all generated reports
- Re-download any past report
- Compare reports over time
File Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Format | PDF 1.7 |
| Page Size | A4 (default) or Letter |
| Resolution | 300 DPI for images |
| File Size | Typically 1-5 MB |
| Accessibility | Tagged PDF, screen reader compatible |
Enterprise Features
Enterprise plans include:
White Label Reports
- Remove SearchFit branding
- Add your company logo and colors
- Custom report templates
Bulk Generation
- Generate reports for multiple domains
- Batch PDF creation
- Bulk download or delivery
API Access
Generate PDFs programmatically:
curl -X POST https://api.searchfit.com/v1/reports/pdf \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
-d '{"reportId": "abc123"}'
Custom Templates
Work with our team to create:
- Custom report layouts
- Additional sections
- Specialized analysis
Troubleshooting
PDF Won't Generate
If PDF generation fails:
- Check your internet connection
- Ensure the report has completed
- Try a different browser
- Clear browser cache
- Contact support if issues persist
PDF Looks Wrong
If formatting is off:
- Use latest browser version
- Download fresh copy
- Check PDF viewer settings
- Report issue with screenshot
Download Issues
If download doesn't start:
- Check browser download settings
- Disable ad blockers temporarily
- Try right-click → Save As
- Use a different browser
Best Practices
- Generate fresh PDFs - Always download current data
- Use branding - Customize for professional presentation
- Include context - Add notes for recipients
- Schedule delivery - Automate regular reporting
- Archive important reports - Save historical copies