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PDF to text
Extract all text from a PDF in seconds. Runs locally — your document never leaves your browser.
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Frequently asked questions
Will the formatting be preserved?
Plain text is extracted in reading order. Layout, columns, and styles are not retained — use a Word converter if you need formatting.
Does it work on scanned PDFs?
No. Scanned PDFs are images of text and need OCR. This extractor only reads embedded text layers.
Is my file uploaded?
No. PDF.js parses the file directly in your browser using the file API.