Extract text from PDF
Extract all text from a PDF.
How it works
- 1
Drop your PDF.
- 2
We read the text of every page.
- 3
Copy it or download a .txt file.
Copy or download the text of any PDF. Great for quoting, searching and feeding content into other tools. Runs entirely on your device.
Pull the plain text out of any digital PDF to quote it, search it, translate it or paste it into an AI tool. Pages are separated with clear markers so you can find your place.
What people use it for
- Copy text out of a report for notes or translation.
- Feed document text to a search tool or spreadsheet.
- Check what text a PDF really contains.
Tips for best results
- Page markers show where each page begins.
- No text found? The PDF is probably a scan; try OCR.
- For layout-friendly output, use PDF to Word.
Your files never leave your device
Unlike most online PDF tools, Intelli File does not upload your documents to a server. Everything runs in your browser using your own device, so contracts, IDs and financial records stay private. Only a small usage counter is sent so we can apply daily limits.
Read how we handle privacyWhat to do next
After this, you may want to OCR to Text, PDF to Word, or Compare PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the result empty?+
Scanned PDFs contain pictures of text rather than real text. OCR is not supported yet.
What about scanned PDFs?+
Use the OCR to Text tool (Pro), which recognizes text in images and scans.
Are tables preserved?+
Text is extracted line by line; complex table layout is not reproduced.