Free PDF to Text Converter
Extract selectable text from a PDF into a downloadable plain-text file.
PDF to Text Converter
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How to use this pdf to text converter
- Choose a PDF containing a text layer, extract its pages and review or download the resulting text.
- Check the inputs and preview, then use the primary action.
- Download, copy or use the result shown by the tool.
How the result is calculated
Mozilla PDF.js reads each page text layer locally. Scanned image-only pages require OCR and therefore produce little or no text in this browser-native tool.
Read the current Mozilla PDF.js browser examples before submitting.
All calculation and transformation work happens in this browser tab. No entered value is sent to an Noler Tools application server.
Important limitations
Results are provided for convenience and should be checked independently before an important decision. A format or checksum result never authenticates an identity, document, account, licence, vehicle or registration.
Frequently asked questions
Is this pdf to text converter free?
Yes. It is free to use and does not require an account.
Does Noler Tools save my input?
No. The input and result remain in temporary browser memory and are not uploaded or saved by this site.