Extract PDF Text

Pull the readable text out of a PDF and download it as a plain text file

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Supported: .pdf

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Extraction Notes
Best results come from digital PDFs that already contain selectable text.
Scanned PDFs may need OCR first for richer text output.
Use the preview to quickly verify the extracted content before downloading.

FAQ

OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology converts scanned documents and images into editable and searchable text. Our tool analyzes the shapes of characters in your PDF and converts them into machine-readable text.

Yes. All files are processed securely in memory and are automatically deleted from our servers immediately after processing. We do not store, share, or analyse your document contents.

Yes, our OCR tool can extract text from scanned PDFs and images. For best results, ensure the scan is clear and at least 300 DPI.

Our OCR tool supports multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, and more.

Yes, the maximum file size is 100MB per PDF.

No, all tools are free to use without an account.

Currently, our OCR tool processes one PDF at a time. For multiple files, please process them individually.

The extracted text is provided as a plain text (.txt) file.

Accuracy depends on the quality of the input document. Clear, high-resolution scans yield the best results. For low-quality scans, consider enhancing the document before processing.

Yes, our OCR tool is completely free with no hidden fees or usage limits.

Supported Document Types

Our OCR tool works with a variety of document types. For best results, use clear, high-quality scans or digital PDFs.

  • PDF files (.pdf) - both digital and scanned
  • Image files converted to PDF (JPG, PNG, TIFF, etc.)
  • Documents containing text, tables, and simple graphics
  • Multi-page documents

Accuracy Tips

To get the best OCR results, follow these tips:

  • Use high-resolution scans (300 DPI or higher) for better character recognition.
  • Ensure the document is properly aligned and not skewed.
  • Remove any staples or bindings that could cast shadows on the text.
  • Use clean, undamaged documents without tears or excessive markings.
  • For documents with complex layouts or multi-column text, consider manually correcting the output if needed.
  • Adjust brightness and contrast if the document is too light or too dark.
  • Use the deskew feature if available to correct any alignment issues.

Supported formats: PDF (.pdf). Output format: Plain text (.txt). Tip: For scanned PDFs, ensure the scan is clear and at least 300 DPI for optimal results.