Free online PDF tool
Convert a PDF to an editable Word document
This tool reads the text layer of your PDF and rebuilds it as a DOCX document you can edit in Word, Google Docs, or Pages. Lines are reconstructed by their position on the page, so reading order is preserved.
It is worth setting expectations honestly: the result is clean editable text, not a pixel-perfect reproduction. Complex multi-column layouts, tables, and precise image placement simplify into straightforward paragraphs. For most documents — reports, letters, articles — that is exactly what you want when the goal is to edit the words.
Open PDF to WordRuns in your browser — your files are never uploaded.
How to PDF to Word
- Select the PDF you want to convert.
- Press "Convert to Word" and wait as the text is extracted page by page.
- Open the downloaded DOCX in Word, Google Docs, or any compatible editor.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my layout different from the PDF?
The converter prioritises editable text over visual reproduction. Multi-column layouts and complex tables become sequential paragraphs, which is far easier to edit than a page full of floating text boxes.
It says no text was found. What now?
Your PDF is a scan — a picture of a document with no text layer. Run it through the OCR tool first to read the words from the image.
Are images carried over?
No. This converter extracts text only. Use the PDF-to-images tool if you need the pictures.
Is my document uploaded to a server?
No. Conversion happens entirely in your browser, which matters when the document is a contract or anything confidential.