Extract Text from PDF
Extract selectable text from a PDF — preview, copy, or download as TXT.
No upload
No watermark
Unlimited
No signup
FAQ
Can it extract text from scans?
Not directly — scans are images with no text layer and need OCR (not included here).
Does it keep the layout?
It restores by line where possible; complex layouts (columns, tables) may be imperfect — best for body text.
Are my files really not uploaded?
Yes. This tool processes files locally in your browser using built-in capabilities; file contents are never sent to any server. Verify in the DevTools Network panel — no upload request appears during processing.
Is it free? Any signup or limits?
Completely free, unlimited, no signup required. File size is limited only by device memory; process very large files on a computer.