Extract Text
Extract the text content from a PDF into a plain text file, page by page. Runs entirely in your browser.
Runs in your browser — your file never leaves your deviceDrag & drop files here
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Processed entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
Is Extract Text free to use?
Yes — Extract Text is completely free with no limits, no watermarks and no sign-up. It runs in your browser, so there is nothing to pay for.
Are my files uploaded or stored anywhere?
No. This tool does all its work locally in your browser using your own device's power. Your files never leave your device and we never see them.
Do I need to install anything or create an account?
No installation and no account needed. Extract Text works on any modern browser — Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
How do I use Extract Text?
Open the tool, add your file (or paste your content), adjust any options, then press “Extract text”. Your result is ready to download in seconds.
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