PDF to Text Converter — Free & Instant
Upload any scanned or digital PDF and extract all text in seconds. No signup, no limits, 100% private.
Drag & drop your PDF here, or click to upload
Why Use Our PDF to Text Tool?
Scanned & Digital PDFs
Works on both digital PDFs and scanned documents. OCR extracts text even when it's embedded as an image inside the PDF.
100% Private
Your PDF never leaves your device. All text extraction runs locally in your browser — no server, no storage, no risk.
Page-by-Page Control
Navigate multi-page PDFs page by page using the sidebar. Extract just the pages you need.
Table Extraction
Switch output to Markdown or Tables Only to extract structured tables from your PDF documents.
PDF to Text — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert a PDF to text?
Click "Upload PDF", select your file, then click "Extract Text". Text is extracted page by page — no account needed.
Does it work on scanned PDFs?
Yes. Scanned PDFs are treated as images. Use brightness and contrast controls to improve accuracy on low-quality scans.
Can I convert multi-page PDFs?
Yes. Use the page selector in the sidebar to navigate and extract text from each page individually.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser. Your PDF never leaves your device.
What output formats are available?
Plain text, Markdown (preserves tables and formatting), or Tables Only for structured data extraction.
Is this tool free?
Completely free — no signup, no subscription, no limits on file size or number of PDFs.
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