PDF to Text
Pull the plain text out of a PDF, page by page, keeping the reading order — done entirely in your browser, so the file is never uploaded. For scanned PDFs, use the OCR tool instead.
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 PDF to Text free to use?
Yes — PDF to 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. PDF to Text works on any modern browser — Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
How do I use PDF to 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.