IronPDF Advanced Installation
As of IronPDF Release v2022.1 and above, users have some advanced tools to install IronPDF for specific platforms.
Instead of installing the IronPDF NuGet Package, we can search NuGet for other IronPDF packages specific to our use case. The API remains the same, but they deploy differently.
Interestingly, even if we load a specific package such as IronPdf.Linux for a Linux-optimized deployment, you can still develop for it on your normal OS such as Windows with Visual Studio!
IronPdf NuGet Package
Most commonly used. Configured to get you up and running in Visual Studio as quickly as possible. Suitable for most projects.
- Contains IronPdf.Slim
- Contains Windows-specific dependencies for Chrome (default) renderer
- Default package which will download Windows-specific dependencies at runtime
- Defaults to Chrome renderer
- Supports ALL platforms, but Windows platform will work without any additional downloads
- Useful for Windows users or default users
- OK TO USE ON ALL PLATFORMS
IronPdf.Slim NuGet Package
Ideal for the smallest disk footprint or applications which may be distributed to many different operating system targets. The precise Chromium / WebKit rendering engine for your application will be downloaded on demand at runtime on the target machine.
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.Slim
- ALL other packages reference this package
- Contains the actual IronPdf.dll
- Does NOT include Windows, Linux, or macOS specific dependencies
- Windows, Linux, or macOS dependencies will be downloaded at run-time
- Defaults to Chrome renderer on all platforms unless otherwise specified
- Useful for cross-platform solutions which want to download platform-specific dependencies at run-time
- Supports ALL platforms, but platform-specific dependencies will be downloaded the first time the program is run
- Requires internet access and disk access at runtime if used stand-alone.
- Requires the installation of the IronSoftware.Native.PdfModel package.
- Useful for highly portable applications where the target platform is unknown
IronPdf.Linux NuGet Package
Ideal for Deploying IronPdf on Linux. Designed with the cloud in mind. Works very well for AWS & Lambda, Azure Functions and WebApps in Linux mode.
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.Linux
- Contains IronPdf.Slim
- Contains Linux-specific dependencies for Chrome (default) renderer
- Defaults to Chrome renderer
- Supports ALL platforms, but Linux platform will work without any additional downloads
- Useful for Linux power-users, specifically docker and cloud users
IronPdf.MacOs & IronPdf.MacOs.ARM NuGet Packages
NuGet Packages available for specific deployments for IronPdf Compatibility on macOS
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.MacOs
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.MacOs.ARM
- Contains IronPdf.Slim
- Contains Mac-specific dependencies for Chrome (default) renderer
- Defaults to Chrome renderer
- Useful for macOS developers
IronPdf.UpdatedChrome NuGet Package
Users who want to use the latest compatible version of Chromium should install the following package. These are especially useful for those who need support for the most recent Chromium updates.
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.UpdatedChrome
- contains IronPdf.Slim
- contains IronSoftware.Native.Model
- contains IronPdf.Native.UpdatedChrome.Windows
- New settings and security updates.
- May have a compatibility issues.
- SingleProcess is not available.
- Windows Server 2012 is not supported.
- 32-bit processes are no longer supported.
IronPdf.UpdatedChrome.Linux NuGet Package
Users who want to use the latest compatible version of Chromium should install the following package. These are especially useful for those who need support for the most recent Chromium updates.
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.UpdatedChrome.Linux
- contains IronPdf.Slim
- contains IronSoftware.Native.Model
- contains IronPdf.Native.UpdatedChrome.Linux
- New settings and security updates.
- May have a compatibility issues.
- SingleProcess is not available.
- 32-bit processes are no longer supported.
IronPdf.UpdatedChrome.MacOs & IronPdf.UpdatedChrome.MacOs.ARM NuGet Package
Users who want to use the latest compatible version of Chromium should install the following packages. These are especially useful for those who need support for the most recent Chromium updates.
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.UpdatedChrome.MacOs
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.UpdatedChrome.MacOs.ARM
- contains IronPdf.Slim
- contains IronSoftware.Native.Model
- contains IronPdf.Native.UpdatedChrome.MacOS or contains IronPdf.Native.UpdatedChrome.MacOS.ARM
- New settings and security updates.
- May have a compatibility issues.
- SingleProcess is not available.
- 32-bit processes are no longer supported.
IronPdf.Classic NuGet Package
Useful for Legacy customers using IronPDF before August 2021 who wish their existing HtmlToPdf rendering to go unchanged. Uses our 2020-2021 WebKit renderer.
PM > Install-Package IronPdf.Classic
- Contains IronPdf.Slim and IronPdf.Native.WebKit.
- Contains Windows, Linux, and Mac dependencies for the (legacy) WebKit "HTML to PDF" renderer
- Will use legacy WebKit renderer by default
If you would like to use the newer version of Chromium, please refer to the following troubleshooting article: IronPdf.Native.UpdatedChrome.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I choose the right NuGet package for my operating system?
IronPDF offers specialized NuGet packages tailored for different operating systems: IronPdf for general use, IronPdf.Slim for minimal disk footprint, IronPdf.Linux for Linux environments, and IronPdf.MacOs/MacOs.ARM for macOS. Choose based on your deployment needs.
What are the advantages of using the IronPdf.Slim package?
The IronPdf.Slim package is designed for applications requiring a small disk footprint. It supports all platforms and downloads platform-specific dependencies at runtime, making it suitable for cross-platform applications that need to remain lightweight.
Is it possible to deploy IronPDF on cloud platforms like AWS and Azure?
Yes, the IronPdf.Linux package is optimized for cloud deployments on platforms like AWS and Azure. It includes Linux-specific dependencies for efficient functionality in cloud environments, supporting both AWS and Azure Functions.
How do macOS users benefit from the IronPdf.MacOs packages?
MacOS users can use the IronPdf.MacOs and IronPdf.MacOs.ARM packages, which are tailored for macOS deployments. These packages include Mac-specific dependencies and support ARM architecture, ensuring seamless integration and performance on macOS.
Can I use the legacy IronPdf.Classic package for my existing projects?
Yes, the IronPdf.Classic package is designed for customers who need to maintain their existing HTML to PDF rendering with the legacy WebKit renderer. It's especially useful for projects that began before August 2021 and require consistent performance.
Are IronPDF packages suitable for cross-platform development?
Absolutely. IronPDF packages, particularly IronPdf.Slim and IronPdf.Linux, are designed to support cross-platform development. They ensure compatibility across different operating systems while providing efficient performance tailored to each environment.
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