PDF to Text
Drag & drop a PDF or choose a file. This client-side tool extracts text from each PDF page using Mozilla's PDF.js — nothing is uploaded to a server.
Powered by PDF.js (client-side)
Advanced notes
- Extraction uses page textContent — layout (columns/footnotes) may require manual cleanup.
- Everything runs in your browser; files are not uploaded.
- For scanned PDFs (images) you will need OCR (not covered here).
How to Use the PDF to Text Converter
- Click "Upload PDF" and select the PDF file from your device.
- Wait for the PDF to load in your browser.
- Click the "Convert" button to extract text from the PDF.
- Copy the extracted text or download it as a TXT file.
All conversion happens locally in your browser, ensuring privacy and fast processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a PDF to Text converter?
A PDF to Text converter extracts all text content from PDF files into editable text format.
Is this PDF to Text converter free?
Yes, the Bookexo PDF to Text converter is completely free to use.
Do I need to upload my PDF to a server?
No. The conversion is performed directly in your browser. Your files are never uploaded.
Can I extract text from multi-page PDFs?
Yes, text from all pages will be extracted and combined into a single output.
Which file formats are supported?
Only PDF files are supported for text extraction.