Extract Text from PDF Online – Free

Pull the plain text out of a PDF and copy or save it. Works in your browser, so your document is never sent to a server.

Drag and drop your PDF file(s) here or click to browse
Uploaded Files
Drag and drop your Image files here or click to browse
Uploaded Images

How to use: Extract Text

  1. Click “Select PDF Files” or drag your PDF into the box.
  2. The tool runs instantly in your browser, adjust the options if any appear.
  3. Download your result.

Frequently asked questions

Does it work on scanned PDFs?

Only PDFs that contain real text can be extracted. Scanned pages that are just images need OCR, which this tool does not perform.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. Everything runs inside your browser, so your files never leave your device.

Is it free?

Yes. All tools are free to use and no sign-up is required.

Why use pdfXimg?

  • Private: files are processed in your browser and never uploaded.
  • Free: no sign-up and no daily limits.
  • Works everywhere: phone, tablet or computer, in English, Arabic and French.

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