PDF to Text Converter

Extract text from a PDF for free. Convert regular or scanned PDF pages into editable text, then copy it or download a TXT file directly in your browser.

Processed locally in your browser. No files are sent to servers.

Extract text from a PDF

Extract existing text or use OCR for scanned pages, then review and download a TXT file.

One PDF up to 10 MB and 20 pages. Password-protected PDFs are not supported.

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How to convert PDF to text

Extract PDF text in three simple steps.

Choose your PDF or drag it into the tool. Use one PDF up to 10 MB and 20 pages.
Choose the extraction mode and OCR language. Automatic mode reads embedded text and uses OCR on scanned pages.
Review and download your text after extraction. Correct any errors, copy the text, or save it as a TXT file.

Why use Scan.Plus PDF to Text?

Turn PDF content into text you can review, copy, and reuse.

Free and easy to use

Convert one PDF up to 10 MB and 20 pages for free. No signup is needed.

Regular and scanned PDFs

Read embedded PDF text or use OCR for scanned pages in ten supported languages.

Review, edit, and copy your text

Edit the extracted text in your browser, then copy it or download a plain TXT file.

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FAQs

Is this PDF to text converter free?

Yes. Convert one PDF up to 10 MB and 20 pages into plain text for free, without creating an account.

Can I extract text from a scanned PDF?

Yes. Automatic mode uses OCR on pages without embedded text. Choose OCR every page for scanned documents or PDFs that contain both text and images. Select the language and check the result.

How do I convert a PDF to a TXT file?

Select your PDF, choose the extraction mode and OCR language, and click Extract text. Review and edit the result, then copy it or download a TXT file.

Which languages does PDF OCR support?

OCR supports English, Russian, Spanish, French, Japanese, Turkish, German, Portuguese, Italian, and Korean. Choose the language used in your scanned pages.

Are my PDF files uploaded to a server?

No. PDF text extraction and OCR run locally in your browser. The browser downloads the processing libraries and language data, but your selected PDF is not sent to a processing server.

Will the converter preserve tables and formatting?

The output is plain text, not a formatted document or searchable PDF. Columns, tables, handwriting, and complex layouts may produce imperfect text. Review the result before using it.

Can I use password-protected or large PDFs?

Password-protected PDFs are not supported. Use an unlocked copy. The limit is one PDF up to 10 MB and 20 pages; split a larger PDF before converting it.