ConvertiYa
PDF

Convert PDF to text

Extract all the text from a PDF into a plain .txt file, ready to copy and reuse.

100% private — your files are processed on your device and never uploaded to any server.
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How it works

  1. 1

    Upload your PDF

    Drag the file in or tap to choose it.

  2. 2

    We extract the text

    We read every page in your browser.

  3. 3

    Download the .txt

    A plain text file ready to copy.

Extract the text from any PDF

When you only care about a PDF's content — to copy it, analyze it, or search for a phrase — plain text is the most practical form. We go through every page and gather the text into a .txt file, fast and private, in your browser.

It only works with PDFs that contain real text. If it's a scan (an image), you'd need OCR; we warn you if there's no selectable text.

Formats: Input: PDF · Output: text (.txt).

Frequently asked questions

What do I get?
A .txt with all the text, by page.
Does it work with scans?
No, they need OCR. We warn you.
Is formatting kept?
No, it's plain text; for formatting use PDF to Word.
Is it private?
Yes, the PDF is not uploaded.
Is it free?
Yes, no sign-up.

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