PDF to Text

Extract all text content from any PDF — free, private, no uploads.

Extracts all text from every page
Preview extracted text directly in the browser
Copy to clipboard or download as .txt file
Zero uploads — processed locally on your device

NilPDF extracts all embedded text from every page of your PDF locally, with no server required. The result can be previewed instantly in the browser, copied to clipboard, or downloaded as a plain .txt file — useful for searching, editing, or repurposing document content.

100% private. Your files are processed entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly. Nothing is uploaded to any server. NilPDF has no backend — there is no server to send your files to.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is extracting text from a PDF really free?

Yes — completely free, unlimited use, no account required.

Are my PDF files safe when I extract text?

Your files never leave your device. All processing happens in your browser using WebAssembly (Pyodide). NilPDF has no server — there is nothing to upload to.

Does it work on scanned PDFs?

It extracts embedded text only. Scanned PDFs (images of text) require OCR which is not yet supported.