A quick walkthrough: how to convert a PDF, what each output format is best for, where your file gets saved, and tips for the best results. Everything runs on your device — nothing is ever uploaded.
Converting a PDF, step by step
Open the converterGo to the home page and find the converter card, or click “Convert a PDF” in the menu.
Add your PDFDrag a PDF file onto the drop zone, or click it to browse. The file is read directly into your browser — it never leaves your device.
Choose an output formatSelect one of the six formats (see the guide below for which to pick). The convert button activates once a file and format are both chosen.
Click ConvertA progress indicator shows reading, extracting, and building. Large files take a little longer since all the work is local.
Save the fileYour browser's Save dialog opens so you can choose exactly where it goes. On Safari/Firefox it lands in your Downloads folder instead.
Which format should I choose?
DOCX
Word documentThe best pick if you want to edit the text in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or Pages. Keeps headings and paragraphs.
DOC
Classic WordAn older Word format for maximum compatibility with legacy software. Use DOCX unless you specifically need this.
TXT
Plain textJust the words, no formatting. Ideal for pasting into other tools, scripts, or note apps.
RTF
Rich textLightweight formatted text that opens in virtually any word processor on any operating system.
MD
MarkdownGreat for developers, wikis, and static-site content. Headings and lists become Markdown syntax.
PPTX
Gist deck (slides)Auto-summarizes the PDF into a slide deck — each section becomes a slide of key points, with a flow diagram for step-like content.
Where your file gets saved
On Chrome and Edge, a native Save dialog opens so you can pick the exact folder — the same “Save As” window you'd see in any desktop app. On Safari and Firefox, which don't support that dialog, the file downloads to your browser's normal Downloads folder. In every case, the file stays on your computer and is never sent anywhere.
Tips for the best results
Works best on PDFs that have real, selectable text. If you can highlight text in your PDF viewer, it will convert well.
Scanned documents: a photo or scan with no text layer has nothing to extract. If you can't select the text in your PDF, results will be sparse — run it through an OCR tool first.
Very large files: because everything runs in your browser, big PDFs use more memory and take longer. Close other heavy tabs if a huge file feels slow.
Complex layouts: multi-column pages and heavy tables may reflow into a simpler reading order. The text is preserved; exact visual layout may differ.
Still stuck?
Check the FAQ for quick answers, or head to the contact page to report a bug or ask a question. Since there's no account system, the fastest way to reach a person is email.