Copy text from a PDF into notes
No registration required · Works in browser · Files deleted automatically 120 minutes after processing.
PDF to text online
Extract text from a PDF into a plain text file to copy the content without formatting and layout.
- No sign-up
- Files up to 200 MB
- Deleted after 120 minutes
- Secure
Process file
Drag and drop a file or choose it from your device.
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.pdf, .zip · Max files 1
Files are processed automatically on our servers and are not sent to third-party file-processing services. Results are available for 120 minutes after processing and then deleted automatically. We do not read your files, back them up, or use them to train AI models. Terms · Privacy · File Processing Policy
Why it is useful
- ✓Clean text without formatting.
- ✓Works in the browser without installing software.
- ✓Handy for copying and processing text.
How to use it
Step 1
Upload the PDF file.
Step 2
Start the text extraction.
Step 3
Wait for processing to finish.
Step 4
Download the text file and check the content.
When to use it
Get the content without formatting
Prepare text for further processing
What to check before sharing
- Formatting and tables are not kept in plain text.
- For scans, apply OCR first.
Frequently asked questions
No, only the text is extracted without layout and styles.
Apply OCR first to recognize text from a scan.
No. The basic workflow is available without creating an account.
Files are used only for the selected operation and are automatically deleted after processing is finished. We do not use uploaded documents to train AI models.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about iHatePDF: whether registration is required, how files are processed, where to check limits, and whether it's safe to upload documents.
Limits
iHatePDF limits depend on the selected tool, current service configuration, and plan. Current values are shown in the upload interface. Formats: PDF, JPG, PNG, HEIC, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML.
Security
How ihatepdf.pro handles your files: temporary processing, automatic deletion after processing, no AI model training.
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