Extract Text from PDF
Pull selectable text out of a PDF — copy or download .txt.
See how it works
Watch a quick simulation of this tool in action — no file needed.
How to use Extract Text from PDF
Follow these steps — everything happens instantly in your browser.
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Step 1. Drop your PDF onto the zone — the tool reads the page count.
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Step 2. Click “Extract text” — pdf.js reads the text layer of each page.
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Step 3. Review the output in the textarea; copy it to the clipboard or download as .txt.
Why use this tool
Private by design
All processing happens locally in your browser. Open DevTools → Network and you'll see zero file uploads. Ever.
Instant
No upload wait, no queue, no server round-trip. Results appear the moment you drop a file.
Free & unlimited
No accounts, no watermarks, no daily caps. Use it as many times as you like, forever.
Works everywhere
Desktop, tablet or phone — every tool is responsive and installable as a PWA for offline use.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you might want to know about extract text from pdf.
PDF to Images
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Split PDF
Split a PDF into individual pages or chunks — downloads a ZIP.
PDF Metadata Editor
View and edit PDF title, author, subject & keywords — locally.
Extract PDF Pages
Pull specific pages into a new PDF — keep only what you need.