Convert PDF to text

Get the plain text out of a PDF to copy, search or reuse, with page markers so you know where each part came from.

How to use PDF to text

1. Choose a PDF.
2. Click Get the text.
3. Copy it, or download it as a .txt file.

Frequently asked questions

Does it work with scanned PDFs?

Yes. Scanned pages are pictures of text, so they are read with OCR in your browser. Pick the language of the scan for the best results.

Is formatting kept?

No. You get plain text with line breaks. To keep headings, lists and tables, use PDF to Word.

Are my files uploaded?

Your file is processed in your browser and is never uploaded to our servers.

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