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Extract Text from PDF
Copy all readable text out of a PDF without uploading the file.
Drop a PDF to extract text
How to use this tool
- Drop a PDF.
- Wait for extraction to finish.
- Copy the text.
Reuse PDF content
Pull quotes and tables into docs without retyping.
Why use FreeTools?
Unlike many online utilities, FreeTools processes your files in the browser using modern Web APIs and WASM libraries. That means faster results on your machine, no waiting for uploads, and a clear privacy story: we never see your documents or photos. No account is required — open the page, drop a file, download the result.
FAQ
Does this work on scanned PDFs?+
Scans without a text layer usually return little or no text. OCR is not included in this version.
Is extraction private?+
Yes. pdf.js runs locally.
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