Free PDF to Text Converter
Extract text from your PDF documents instantly. Perfect for converting PDF files to editable text for editing, analysis, or content reuse.
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Supports: .pdf (Max 20MB)
Why Convert PDF to Text?
Converting PDF files to editable text makes your documents more versatile and easier to work with. Extracted text can be used for editing, content analysis, data extraction, or repurposing content for other formats. Our free PDF to Text converter preserves the content of your original PDF while giving you the flexibility of plain text.
Key Features:
- 100% Free: No hidden charges or subscriptions
- Accurate Extraction: Preserves the original text content
- Multiple Options: Choose specific pages and output format
- Fast Processing: Extract text in seconds
- Secure: Your files never leave your computer – all processing happens in your browser
How to Convert PDF to Text
- Upload your PDF file by dragging and dropping or clicking “Browse Files”
- Select your conversion options (pages, output format)
- Click “Extract Text”
- Copy the extracted text or download it as a text file
Common Questions About PDF to Text Conversion
What’s the maximum PDF size I can convert?
Our converter can handle PDF files up to 20MB. For larger files, consider splitting them into smaller parts before conversion.
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
No, this tool extracts text from searchable PDFs only. For scanned PDFs (image-based), you would need OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software.
Can I convert password-protected PDFs?
No, our browser-based converter cannot process password-protected or encrypted PDF files.
How accurate is the text extraction?
The accuracy depends on the quality of your PDF. For properly formatted text PDFs, the extraction will be nearly 100% accurate.