Extract text from PDF
Copy all the text from a PDF file.
How to useGet the text out of the PDF.
Choose or drag the PDFThe file never leaves your device.
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Extract text from PDF: what it is for
The tool reads the text of digital PDFs and gives it to you ready to copy or download as .txt, with page breaks and paragraphs organized.
For scanned PDFs (images), use the image to text (OCR) tool. The PDF is not sent to any server: everything happens in your browser, which keeps contracts and documents private.
How to use
- Upload the PDF.
- Wait while the pages are read.
- Copy the text or download it as .txt.
When to use it
- Copying passages from articles and handouts.
- Editing a PDF's content in Word.
- Searching for words in documents.
Frequently asked questions
Is the PDF uploaded to a server?
No. The file is processed in your browser and never leaves your device. You can use it with confidential documents.
Is it really free?
Yes, 100% free. No sign-up, no subscription and no usage limits. All Tools123 tools are free and run right in your browser.