PDF to Text Converter
Extract text from PDF files instantly. Free, fast, and secure.
Upload your PDF file and extract all text content in seconds. All processing happens in your browser for complete privacy. No file size limits, no signup required. Download the extracted text as a plain text file.
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Supports: PDF files up to 50MB
How It Works
- 1Upload PDF file
Click or drag and drop your PDF file. Any PDF file up to 50MB is supported.
- 2Extract text
Click Extract Text to process your PDF. The tool will extract all text content from every page.
- 3Preview and download
Review the extracted text in the preview window and download it as a plain text file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this tool support OCR for scanned PDFs?
No. This tool extracts existing text from digital PDFs only. If your PDF is a scanned image or contains no selectable text, the extraction will be empty. For scanned documents, you need an OCR (Optical Character Recognition) tool.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. All text extraction happens directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your PDF never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
Does this cost anything?
No. This tool is completely free to use with no hidden charges, subscriptions, or signup required. Use it as many times as you need.
Will the formatting be preserved?
No. This tool extracts plain text only. Fonts, colors, tables, and layout formatting are not preserved. The output is a simple text file with the content from each page.
Can I extract text from password-protected PDFs?
Currently, this tool does not support password-protected PDFs. You will need to remove the password protection before extracting text.
What format is the output file?
The extracted text is saved as a plain text file (.txt) that can be opened in any text editor or word processor. Each page is labeled with a page number separator.