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PDF to Text

Extract the text layer of a PDF as plain text or as JSON with page references.

Runs in your browserFree · no sign-upApproximate conversion

How to use PDF to Text

  1. 1

    Choose or drop your file

  2. 2

    Adjust the options

  3. 3

    Process and download the result

Good to know

  • Extracts the text layer. Scanned pages have no text layer — use OCR first.

Frequently asked questions

Is PDF to Text private?

Yes. This tool runs entirely in your web browser. Your files are processed on your device and are never uploaded to our servers.

Is there a file size limit?

Without an account you can process files up to 50 MB. Paid plans raise the limits.

Do I need to install anything?

No. It works in any modern browser on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.