Extract text from PDF

Copy the complete text of a PDF into a plain text file, page by page and in natural reading order.

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PDF Up to 50 MB Up to 10 files

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    How to use PDF to Text

    1. Select your PDF with the button above, or drag and drop it onto the page.
    2. Check the options if the tool has any. The default settings work for most documents.
    3. Click "Convert" and wait a few seconds while the PDF is converted to TXT.
    4. Download your TXT file. Several files are delivered in a ZIP archive.

    Why use our PDF to Text tool

    Accurate results

    Professional conversion engines keep fonts, layouts, tables and images exactly where they belong.

    Secure and private

    HTTPS encryption, automatic deletion after 1 hour(s) and a button to delete your files immediately.

    Any device

    Works in Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS.

    About the file formats

    PDF (Portable Document Format)

    Created by Adobe in 1993, PDF is the standard for sharing documents that must look identical on every screen and printer. It embeds fonts, images and layout in one file and supports passwords, forms and digital signatures.

    TXT (plain text)

    A TXT file contains only characters, without formatting. It opens in every editor on every system and is ideal for notes, logs and data exchange.

    Frequently asked questions

    Why is my TXT file empty?

    The PDF is probably a scan, which contains pictures of text instead of real text. Use OCR PDF first, then extract the text.

    Does it work with scanned PDF files?

    Scanned pages are images, so their text cannot be edited directly. Run the file through our OCR PDF tool first to make the text recognizable, then convert it.

    Is MajorPDF free to use?

    Yes, completely free. There is no registration and no watermark is added to your files.

    Are my files safe?

    Files are uploaded over an encrypted connection and deleted automatically after 1 hour(s). After downloading you can also delete them immediately with one click.

    What is the maximum file size?

    Each file can be up to 50 MB.