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PDF to text

Extract selectable text into a TXT file.

On your device
3 · Download resultAvailable after processing
How this tool worksExtract reusable, searchable plain text.
  1. Choose the pages to extract.
  2. Keep lines or join them into paragraphs.
  3. Save UTF-8 text and review the reading order.

What you keepSelectable text from the chosen pages.

Before you exportThis does not perform OCR or preserve images and layout.

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Choose a file to get started. It stays on your device.

Up to 50 MB per file · 100 MB total
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PDF to text: how it works

Extract selectable text from PDF pages into a plain TXT file for notes, searching or further editing.

  1. 1

    Choose a PDF with selectable text.

  2. 2

    Run PDF to text.

  3. 3

    Download the TXT and check the reading order.

PDF to text FAQs

Why is my text output empty or in the wrong order?

Scanned pages may contain no selectable text. Multi-column layouts and positioned text can also change extraction order. This tool does not perform OCR.

Are my documents uploaded?

Local PDF tools process documents in your browser. Choosing a file alone does not upload it. Server conversion sends the chosen file only after you confirm. Account storage is optional: Save to account uploads that result or draft to your private library.

Are my PDFs encrypted?

The website uses HTTPS to encrypt the connection. Local processing does not automatically password-encrypt your input or downloaded PDF. No website can guarantee 100% security; use a trusted device and keep your original files.

How do I save a PDF on an iPhone?

After creating the result, use Save / Share and choose Save to Files. If a download opens a preview, use the browser’s Share control to save a copy.

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