FilePrivyPDF to Text Converter
Pull the text out of any PDF to copy, search or edit it.
Shortcuts: O choose files · Ctrl+V paste · Ctrl+S download all
How to use PDF to Text Converter
- Add your PDFs.
- Text is extracted instantly.
- Copy it or download a .txt file.
About this tool
Works with PDFs that contain real text. Scanned PDFs are images, so they have no text to extract.
Frequently asked questions
Are my files uploaded?
No. FilePrivy processes everything inside your browser. Your files never leave your device, and the tool even works offline once the page has loaded.
Is it free?
Yes. Every tool is free with no sign-up, no watermark and no daily limit.
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
No. Scans contain images, not text. You will see a message if no text is found.
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