Extract text from a PDF

Copy, search and reuse the content.

PDF TXT One file per job Deleted after 2 h

Drop your PDF file here

One PDF file, up to 100 MB. You can drag and drop or paste from your clipboard.

Select file

Settings

Defaults are chosen for the best result - change only what you need.

Options 2

Text layout

Insert --- Page N --- markers

Pages 1

Page range

Leave empty for all pages. Example: 1-3, 7, 12-

Add a file to continue.

How to pdf to text

Pull all readable text out of a PDF and download it as a plain text file.

Upload your file

Pick your files or drop them on the page. Nothing is sent until you press Convert.
Choose your settings

Tune the settings - the defaults are already what most people want.
Download your TXT file

Download the result instantly. Files are wiped automatically afterwards.

PDF to Text FAQ

The questions we get most about this tool.

Is PDF to Text free?

Yes. PDF to Text is completely free to use with a generous 100 MB per file limit.

Are my files safe?

Files are encrypted in transit, stored in a private directory and deleted automatically after two hours. Nobody can download them without your unique link.

Do I need to install anything?

No. PDF to Text runs entirely in your browser on our secure servers.

Common follow-ups and alternatives.