PDF to Text
Extract text from PDF online free
Features
- Extract text from any PDF document
- Page-by-page extraction
- Copy to clipboard or download as TXT
- Server-side processing for better accuracy
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I extract text from a PDF file?
Upload your PDF file by dragging and dropping it or clicking the upload area. The tool will parse each page and display the extracted text, which you can then copy to clipboard or download as a TXT file.
Can I extract text from scanned PDFs or image-based PDFs?
This tool extracts text that is digitally embedded in the PDF. Scanned documents that contain only images of text will not produce readable output, as optical character recognition (OCR) is not currently supported.
Is there a file size limit for PDF text extraction?
The tool processes PDFs entirely in your browser, so performance depends on your device. Most PDFs up to 50 MB work well, though very large files with hundreds of pages may take longer to process.
Does the extracted text preserve the original formatting?
The tool extracts raw text content in reading order, but complex formatting like tables, columns, and special layouts may not be perfectly preserved. The output is plain text, so styling such as fonts, colors, and images is not included.
Is my PDF file kept private during text extraction?
Yes, the entire extraction process runs in your browser and your PDF is never uploaded to any server. This makes it safe to use with confidential documents, contracts, and sensitive files.