PDF to Text Converter
Extract text from a PDF file free in your browser. — free, fast and private.
Extracted text will appear here.
How to use PDF to Text Converter
- Choose a PDF file.
- Click Extract Text — all pages are read in your browser.
- Read the extracted text below.
- Copy it or download it as a .txt file.
Note: this tool runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF to Text free?
Yes, it is 100% free with no sign-up.
Can I download the extracted text?
Yes, use Download .txt to save all extracted text as a plain-text file.
What about scanned PDFs?
Scanned PDFs are images, not text, so no text can be extracted from them. This tool needs a PDF with a real text layer.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Extraction happens entirely in your browser.