Extract text from PDF
Text layer only; scanned PDFs need OCR.
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About Extract text from PDF
Extract text from PDF is a free online PDF tool. Text layer only; scanned PDFs need OCR.
Add a file (PDF) and Extract text from PDF processes it on our servers, then gives you the result to download. Uploaded files are deleted automatically after processing and no account is needed.
How to use Extract text from PDF
- Add your file by dragging it onto the upload area or tapping to browse (PDF supported).
- There is nothing to configure, the defaults work for most files.
- Press Process and wait a moment.
- Download the result. If you added several files, download them one by one or all together as a ZIP.
Extract text from PDF FAQ
What does Extract text from PDF do?
Text layer only; scanned PDFs need OCR.
Is Extract text from PDF free to use?
Yes. Extract text from PDF is free, with no sign-up or account required.
Is my data safe?
Uploaded files are deleted automatically after processing, and results are never stored. See our privacy policy for details.
Which file types does Extract text from PDF accept?
Extract text from PDF accepts PDF files.
Can I process several files at once?
Yes. Add several files and turn on batch mode to process each one separately.
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