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PDF to Text

Extract text from PDF files

Include page separatorsAdds "--- Page X ---" between pages

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About PDF to Text

PDF to Text extracts all readable text from your PDF documents. It runs entirely in your browser, so your files stay private and are never stored on any server. This free tool is ideal for converting PDFs to editable text for further processing or analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I extract text from a PDF?

Upload your PDF file and the tool will automatically extract all text content from every page. You can then copy the extracted text to your clipboard or download it as a plain text file.

Is my PDF kept private during text extraction?

Yes, the text extraction runs entirely in your browser. Your PDF file is never uploaded to any server, and the extracted text stays on your device. No data is stored or transmitted externally.

Does it work with scanned PDFs?

The tool extracts embedded text layers from PDFs. If your PDF was created from digital text such as a Word document or web page, it will work perfectly. Scanned image-only PDFs without an embedded text layer may yield limited results since OCR is not included.