FlashFile

Convert from PDF

PDF to Text

Extract all selectable text from a PDF into a plain text file.

Runs entirely in your browser — the file never leaves this device

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100% FREE

No subscription required

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COMPLETELY PRIVATE

Your files are never uploaded anywhere

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CLIENT-SIDE PROCESSING

All conversions happen in your browser only

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YOUR DATA IS YOURS

We process everything locally on your device

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or click to choose from your device

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About PDF to Text

Extract all selectable text from a PDF for quoting, translating, or feeding into other tools.

How to use PDF to Text

  1. 1Click "Select file" or drag and drop a PDF into the box above.
  2. 2Press "Run PDF to Text". The conversion runs on your own device, usually in a few seconds.
  3. 3Download a plain .txt file. Nothing is uploaded or stored on any server.

Tips for the best result

  • Line breaks follow the visual lines of each page.
  • Pages are separated by a page-break character.

Frequently asked questions

Is the PDF to Text tool free?

Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up, no watermark and no daily limit.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. FlashFile processes your files entirely inside your browser, so they never leave your device.

Is there a file size limit?

There is no fixed limit. Files up to about 200 MB work on most computers; very large files depend on your device memory.

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