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Extract PDF Online: Text, Images, Tables & Data
To extract data from a PDF, choose the file and select text, images, tables, or pages. PDFMarshal parses PDF text streams, embedded images, and table data locally in your browser, then exports Plain Text, Markdown, JSON, ZIP, or CSV without uploading the document.
- Extract plain text, Markdown, and JSON
- Export embedded PNG and JPEG images to ZIP archive
- Parse PDF tables directly into Excel-compatible CSV
- Client-side execution (zero server upload)
Drag and drop your PDF here
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Maximum file size: 100MB
Extract Text
Export text content in plain text, Markdown, or JSON format.
Extract Images
Save all embedded images as individual files or in a ZIP archive.
Extract Pages
Select specific pages to create a new PDF document.
Extract Tables
Auto-detect and export tables as CSV, JSON, or Excel files.
Extract Text from PDF
Need to edit the content of a PDF or reuse it elsewhere? Our tool extracts plain text from your documents instantly.
- Plain Text: Get the raw text content for quick copy-pasting.
- Markdown: Preserve basic formatting like headers and lists, perfect for documentation.
- JSON: Get structured data for programmatic use.
Extract Images from PDF
PDFs often contain high-quality images that are hard to save individually. Our extractor scans the document for every embedded image resource and allows you to download them all at once.
Includes support for common formats like JPEG, PNG, and more. All images are bundled into a convenient ZIP file.
We extract the original image data from the PDF stream, ensuring you get the highest possible quality without re-compression artifacts.
Extract Pages from PDF
Sometimes you only need a few pages from a large report. Use the "Specific Pages" mode to create a new, smaller PDF containing only the pages you select.
Enter single page numbers (e.g., "1, 5, 8") or ranges (e.g., "10-20") to extract exactly what you need.
Extract Tables from PDF
Copying tables from PDF to Excel is usually a formatting nightmare. Our tool detects tabular structures and converts them directly into structured formats.
- CSV (Excel Compatible): Open your data directly in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or Apple Numbers.
- JSON: Ideal for developers importing data into applications or databases.
Who This Tool Is For
Students
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Data Analysts
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Designers
Recover original high-res images from client PDFs.
Developers
Get structured JSON data from documents for your apps.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I extract text from a PDF?
Upload your PDF to PDFMarshal, select 'Text Content' as the extract type, choose your preferred format (Plain Text, Markdown, or JSON), and click Download. You can also copy the text directly to your clipboard.
Can I extract images from a PDF?
Yes. Select 'Images' from the extraction options to automatically detect and extract all embedded images from the PDF. They will be saved as a ZIP file for easy download.
Can I extract tables from a PDF to CSV or Excel?
Yes. Use the 'Tables' option to identify tabular data in your document. PDFMarshal can convert these tables into CSV files (compatible with Excel) or JSON format.
Does this tool upload my PDF to a server?
No. PDFMarshal Extract runs entirely in your web browser. Your files are processed locally on your device and are never uploaded to any external server.
Is PDFMarshal Extract free to use?
Yes, it is completely free to use.
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About PDFMarshal
PDFMarshal is a privacy-first PDF toolkit that runs in your browser. We provide secure tools to redact sensitive info, extract data, and manage your documents without ever uploading them.