PDF to text
Keep the words. Leave the paper behind.
How to extract text from a PDF
Pull the words out of a PDF to quote, translate, search or reuse them. Choose the pages you need and get a plain TXT file. The text is read in your browser from the PDF’s existing text layer.
Also known as: PDF to TXT, PDF text extractor, copy text from PDF · हिंदी में: PDF से टेक्स्ट
Choose a PDF up to 20 MB.
Enter page ranges, or leave it empty for all pages.
Extract the text in your browser.
Review, copy or download the TXT file.
Getting the best result
Choose your file and adjust the options before converting. Extracts existing text. Scanned pages require OCR; reading order can vary.
Good to know
Extracts existing text. Scanned pages require OCR; reading order can vary.
PDF to text: frequently asked questions
Quick answers before you start.
More PDF toolsWhy is no text extracted from my PDF?+
The PDF is probably a scan or photo, which contains images instead of text. Use Searchable PDF or Image to text (OCR) instead.
Is the reading order always correct?+
Usually, but multi-column layouts and tables can come out in a different order. Check the text before using it.
Is PDF to text free?+
Yes. It is completely free, with no signup, no subscription and no watermark on your files.
Are my files uploaded to a server?+
No. PDF to text works inside your browser, so your file stays on your device. It is uploaded only if you switch on server processing, and even then it is not stored.