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Convert PDF to TXT Online — With OCR Support

No downloads needed. Convert PDFs to plain text TXT format — supports direct text extraction from searchable PDFs and OCR recognition for scanned documents. Completely free with no watermarks.

Direct text extraction from searchable PDFs
OCR recognition for scanned documents with multi-language support
Plain text output for easy editing and processing
One-click post-conversion workflows: compress or merge

Beyond Extraction: Intelligent Text Recognition

Dual-Mode Text Extraction

For searchable PDFs, text is extracted directly from the text layer. For scanned or image-based PDFs, OCR technology intelligently recognizes text content.

Multi-Language OCR Recognition

Supports OCR recognition in Chinese, English, and many other languages. Select multiple languages simultaneously to improve accuracy for mixed-language documents.

Clean Plain Text Output

Outputs standard TXT plain text — no extra formatting code. Copy-paste ready or import into other applications for further editing.

Keep Working After Conversion

Done converting? Jump straight into PDF compression, merging, or encryption — no re-uploading needed.

Your Data, Protected

EU servers, GDPR compliant, 256-bit encryption. Files are permanently erased after processing.

Works on Every Device

Pure browser-based tool. No downloads needed — works on Windows, Mac, phones, and tablets.

Convert PDF to TXT in Just 3 Steps

Upload Your PDF

Click "Choose Files" or drag and drop your PDF into the secure workspace.

Choose Conversion Mode

The system auto-detects the document type. Enable OCR and select recognition languages for scanned documents.

Download Your TXT File

Conversion completes in seconds — download your plain text file for free.

PDF to TXT Conversion FAQ

Can scanned documents be converted?

Yes. Enable OCR and the system will recognize text in scanned documents and output it as plain text.

What OCR languages are supported?

Chinese, English, and many other languages. Select multiple languages simultaneously to improve recognition accuracy.

Can I use this on my mobile phone?

Absolutely. Our tool is entirely web-based and compatible with all major browsers. Whether you're on a phone, tablet, or computer, you can process files anywhere.

What are the free plan limits?

Free users can process PDFs up to 100 MB. Upgrade to Pro for larger files.

Is the conversion safe?

Your files are safe. 256-bit encrypted transfer, EU-based servers, GDPR compliant, and permanently deleted after processing.

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