How to extract text from a PDF in 3 steps
- Upload your PDF.
- Choose whether to separate pages.
- Download the .txt file.
Free, fast and private PDF to text
Extract the text of long documents to analyze, translate or reuse it without fighting the formatting when copying and pasting.
If the PDF is a scan, the OCR PDF tool recognizes the text in the images.
- Keeps reading order
- Page separators
- UTF-8 encoding
- Several PDFs at once
Why does FreePDF process everything on your device?
Unlike other services, FreePDF never uploads your documents to a server: the tool is downloaded to your browser and uses the processor of your own computer or phone. The result: more privacy, more speed (no waiting for uploads or downloads) and a service that is free forever, funded by a short ad.
Frequently asked questions
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FreePDF processes files directly in your browser using your own device. Documents are never sent over the internet, which makes it the most private and fastest option.
Is it really free?
Yes, 100% free with no sign-up. FreePDF is funded by a short ad shown while your file is processed; its length depends on the size and complexity of the job.
Why is my file empty?
It is probably a scanned PDF (an image). Use OCR PDF to recognize the text.