About the PDF to Text
Get the plain text out of any text-based PDF in the correct reading order. Choose clean paragraphs (best for copying into documents or AI tools) or keep the original line layout, and download a .txt file.
How to Use the PDF to Text
- Click the upload box and choose your file, or simply drag and drop it in.
- Adjust the available options to match what you need.
- Click the action button and let House of Convert do the work in seconds.
- Download your result instantly — no email, no account, no watermark.
Why Use the PDF to Text at House of Convert?
- Free forever — every tool on this site is free to use, with no hidden limits.
- Private by design — your file is processed for this request only and never stored on our servers.
- Fast — results are usually ready in a few seconds, even for larger files.
- No installation — works entirely in your browser, on desktop or mobile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I extract text from a PDF?
Upload the PDF, choose the output style and click Convert to download a .txt file.
What is the difference between “Clean paragraphs” and “Keep layout”?
Clean paragraphs joins lines into flowing paragraphs; Keep layout preserves the original line breaks.
Why is the text file empty?
The PDF is a scan without a text layer — use OCR PDF or OCR to Word.
Can I copy text from a PDF that won’t let me?
If copying is restricted by a password, unlock it with Unlock PDF first.
Are page breaks marked?
Yes, optionally, so you know where each page starts.
Does it keep columns in the right order?
Text is extracted in reading order wherever the PDF provides it.
Can I convert PDF to text on mobile?
Yes.
Is TXT better than Word?
TXT is plain and universal; use PDF to Word if you want a .docx.
Which encoding is the text file?
UTF-8, so every language and symbol is kept.
Does the PDF to Text tool store my PDF?
No, it’s deleted immediately.