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PDF to Text

Upload a PDF and extract its text into a .txt file, in your browser. For scanned/image PDFs (no selectable text), use the AI-powered scanned-PDF converter instead.

How to pdf to text

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Upload your PDF.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Click Extract text.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Download the .txt file.

Frequently asked questions

It found no text — why?

The PDF is likely scanned (images, not selectable text). Use the AI scanned-PDF converter under File converters to read it.

Are my files uploaded anywhere?

No. This tool runs entirely in your browser — your PDF never leaves your device and nothing is stored on a server.

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