Convert PDF to TXT online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. TXT is lossless and ideal for notes, code and data where formatting doesn't matter. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
Portable Document Format — A universal format that locks layout, fonts and images exactly as designed.
How to convert PDF to TXT
- 1Upload your PDF file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your PDF file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to TXT
TXT is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your TXT file
Your TXT file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
PDF vs TXT
| TXT | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Portable Document Format | Plain Text |
| Type | Document | Document |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | sharing and printing documents that must look identical everywhere | notes, code and data where formatting doesn't matter |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting PDF to TXT lose quality?
Converting PDF to TXT preserves your text, images and most formatting. Very complex elements — macros, live formulas or unusual fonts — may not carry over perfectly, but the content stays intact.
What's the difference between PDF and TXT?
Portable Document Format (PDF) is lossless and best for sharing and printing documents that must look identical everywhere. Plain Text (TXT) is lossless and best for notes, code and data where formatting doesn't matter. Convert PDF to TXT when you need a document for notes.
Is the PDF to TXT converter free?
Yes — converting PDF to TXT is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my PDF files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert PDF to TXT on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert PDF to TXT?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert PDF files to?
Besides TXT, you can convert PDF to DOCX, JPG, MARKDOWN, MD, ODT, PNG and more — see the full list of PDF conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026