Convert PDF to text. Completely free.
This reads the PDF's text layer, so scanned pages without one won't produce text. It all happens in this tab on your own device, so nothing gets uploaded, and there's no paid version.
PDF to text converter
What to expect
This reads the PDF's text layer, so scanned pages without one won't produce text.
How to convert PDF to text
- Drop your PDF on this page.
- Check the preview and set any options.
- Press the button, then download the result.
Questions
Is this PDF to text converter really free?
Yes, completely. Every tool and every format is free, and there's no paid version, account, watermark or daily limit.
Do my files get uploaded?
No. Your browser does the work on your own device, so your files stay with you. Closing the tab clears them from memory.
Can I convert several files at once?
Drop what you need into the tool on this page, and it lists exactly what it will do first.
Does it work on a phone?
Yes, in a current mobile browser. Large files are limited by how much memory your device can spare.
What should I know about PDF to text?
This reads the PDF's text layer, so scanned pages without one won't produce text.
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