PDF to Text

Convert PDF to text online with ProPDF. Extract readable text from any PDF, scanned document, or image, using built-in AI OCR, quickly, safely, and without installation.

Free up to 15MB. Premium users up to 500MB.

ProPDF makes it simple to convert PDF files, scanned documents, and images into plain text online. Upload your file and ProPDF automatically detects what it needs, no language to pick, no mode to choose. Download clean, readable text in seconds, without signing up.

  • ✓Encrypted transfers
  • ✓Auto file deletion
  • ✓No watermarks
  • ✓Works on all devices

Why Choose ProPDF PDF to Text Converter

  • Fast PDF to Text Conversion

    Convert PDF to text in seconds. ProPDF processes files quickly, so you can extract text from PDF documents without long waits.

  • Extract Text From PDF, Free

    Convert PDF to text online at no cost, with no sign-up required. Free conversions cover 1 file up to 15MB, and premium users can convert up to 10 files at once.

  • Automatic OCR for Scanned PDFs and Images

    Upload a scanned PDF or a photo and ProPDF detects it automatically. Built-in OCR extracts the text for you, with no language or mode to choose.

  • Clean, Structured Text Output

    Extracted text keeps its structure and spacing as close to the original as possible, whether your file is a digital PDF, a scanned document, or a photo.

  • Secure and Private Conversions

    All PDF to text conversions are encrypted and automatically deleted after processing. Your files stay private and protected.

  • Works Online on Any Device

    Use ProPDF's PDF to text converter directly in your browser. No software, plugins, or downloads needed, on desktop, tablet, or mobile.

How to Convert PDF to Text Using ProPDF

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Step 1 Upload your file

Upload your PDF, scanned document, or image from your device, or import it from Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, or a direct URL.

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Step 2 Review your file

Remove files if needed and confirm the correct document before conversion.

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Step 3 Click Convert

Click Convert to start processing. ProPDF extracts text content quickly and accurately, automatically applying OCR if your file needs it.

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Step 4 Download your text file

Preview your extracted text on the download page, copy it directly, or download it. Multiple files download together as a ZIP.

Everything You Can Do With ProPDF PDF to Text Tool

Everything You Can Do With ProPDF PDF to Text Tool
  • ✓Upload PDF files, scanned documents, or images quickly.
  • ✓Use several upload options including device, cloud, or URL.
  • ✓Extract readable text automatically, no language or mode to pick.
  • ✓Preserve basic structure and spacing.
  • ✓Remove files before conversion.
  • ✓Preview, copy to clipboard, or download your text file, with ZIP download for multiple files.

Your Privacy Is Safe With ProPDF

We built ProPDF with security in mind from the start. Every file you upload is protected with SSL/TLS encryption. Your documents are processed in a private, isolated environment and removed from our servers automatically after a few hours. We never store, reuse, or view your files for any reason.

Encrypted Transfers

Every upload and download goes through SSL/TLS encryption. Your file is secure from the moment you upload it to the moment you save it.

Auto File Deletion

Your files are deleted from our servers a few hours after processing. Nothing is kept, reused, or accessed after your session is done.

Isolated File Processing

Each file is handled in its own secure environment, completely separate from other users' files.

ISO-Certified Data Centers

ProPDF runs on data centers with 24/7 monitoring, advanced firewalls, and strict physical and network security standards.

PDF to Text FAQ

How do I convert PDF to text online?

Upload your PDF, scanned document, or image to ProPDF. The tool detects what kind of file you added and extracts the text automatically. Preview, copy, or download the result when it's ready.

Is this PDF to text converter free?

Yes. You can extract text from a PDF for free. Free conversion covers 1 file up to 15MB, and premium users can convert up to 10 files at once, up to 500MB each.

Can I convert a scanned PDF to text?

Yes. If your PDF is a scanned document, ProPDF automatically runs it through built-in OCR to convert it to text, with no language or mode to choose.

Can I convert an image to text?

Yes. ProPDF accepts JPG, JPEG, PNG, HEIC, and TIFF files. Upload a photo of a document and ProPDF extracts the readable text from it.

Will formatting be preserved when I convert PDF to text?

Basic structure and spacing are kept as close to the original as possible. Since the output is plain text, some layout details are simplified.

Is it safe to convert PDF to text with ProPDF?

Yes. ProPDF encrypts your upload, processes it on secure servers, and deletes your file automatically after processing.

Can I convert multiple PDFs to text at once?

Yes. Premium users can convert up to 10 files in one session. Each file produces its own text file, and multiple results download together as a ZIP.

Can I preview my text before downloading it?

Yes. Each result can be previewed right on the download page, where you can copy the text directly or download it.

Can I use the PDF to text converter on mobile devices?

Yes. The tool works on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices across all major browsers.

Do I need to install any software to convert PDF to text?

No. ProPDF works fully online. There's nothing to download or install.

Ready to convert your PDF to text? Upload your file and extract readable content in seconds.

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