PDF to Text
Extract all the text from a PDF. Free, private and runs in your browser.
About PDF to Text
PDF to Text pulls the readable text out of a PDF and saves it as a plain text file. It works best with PDFs that were created digitally, such as exported documents, and lets you reuse the words without retyping them.
How to use PDF to Text
- Click “Select file” or drop your file onto the page.
- Adjust the options that appear on the right, if there are any.
- Click the action button. The result is created in your browser and downloads right away.
When is PDF to Text useful?
- Copy the text of a report into another document
- Search through a long PDF with a text editor
- Reuse quotes from a digital PDF
Frequently asked questions
Why did I get no text?
The PDF is probably a scan, which contains pictures of text rather than real text. This tool does not do optical character recognition.
Is the layout kept?
No. You receive plain text, so tables, columns and formatting are not preserved.
What file do I get?
A .txt file that opens in any text editor.
Is PDF to Text free to use?
Yes. PDF to Text is free, with no sign-up and no usage limits.
Are my files uploaded to your servers?
No. The work is done in your browser on your own device, so nothing you use here is sent to our servers.
Privacy and safety
PDF to Text runs entirely in your browser. The files you choose never leave your device and nothing is kept after you close the page.