Zerdo — Reliable Markdown to PDF, without the pain
A PDF-first Markdown compiler for authors who care about final output.
Zerdo is a desktop Markdown to PDF tool for Windows. It converts long Markdown documents into predictable, emoji-safe, publish-ready PDFs — without Pandoc, LaTeX, or cloud uploads.
What you preview in Zerdo is what you get in the exported PDF.
Why Choose Zerdo for Markdown to PDF Conversion
Full technical details and feature breakdown are available on GitHub.
Pricing
₹199
Available for the first 100 days. After that, the price will increase to ₹999.
The free version is fully usable. A license unlocks additional features, removes the watermark, and includes all future updates.
Who Zerdo Is For
Perfect for:
- Technical authors writing long Markdown documents
- Developers creating manuals, books, or internal documentation
- Anyone who wants reliable PDF output without fighting tools
- Writers who need emoji support in their PDFs
- Teams working offline or with sensitive documents
Not designed for:
- Casual note-taking
- Markdown editing experiments
- People looking for a free editor replacement
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zerdo free to use?
Yes. Zerdo is fully usable for free. Some advanced features and watermark removal require a license. The Early Supporter License is ₹199 for the first 100 days, then ₹999, and includes all future updates.
Is Zerdo a Markdown editor?
No. Zerdo focuses on compiling Markdown into reliable PDFs with live preview and professional output quality.
Does Zerdo work offline?
Yes. All processing happens locally on your Windows system. No internet connection or cloud uploads required.
What operating systems does Zerdo support?
Zerdo is currently available for Windows desktop systems.
Do I need to install LaTeX or Pandoc?
No. Zerdo works standalone without requiring LaTeX, Pandoc, or any additional dependencies.