Convert PDF to Word Online Free
Converting a PDF to an editable Word document is one of the most searched-for document tasks. The key distinction most tools don't explain: text-based PDFs (created in Word, exported from software) convert accurately. Scanned PDFs (photos of printed pages) require OCR first. Our converter uses PDF.js and the docx library running in your browser.
Text-Based PDFs vs Scanned PDFs — Critical Difference
Text-Based PDFs ✓
Created from Word, exported from software, or generated digitally. Contains actual text data.
✓ Converts accurately with this tool
Scanned PDFs
Photos of printed pages. Contains images, not text. Cannot copy-paste text.
→ Needs PDF OCR tool first
How to tell: Try selecting text in the PDF. If you can highlight and copy text, it's text-based. If you can't, it's scanned.
What Formatting Is Preserved?
✓ Works Well:
- Body text and paragraphs
- Headings and font sizes
- Bold and italic formatting
- Bullet points and numbered lists
- Simple tables
âš May Need Cleanup:
- Complex multi-column layouts
- Intricate tables with merged cells
- Precise spacing and positioning
- Embedded images and charts
- Custom fonts
Frequently Asked Questions
What about scanned PDFs?
Scanned PDFs contain images, not text. Use the PDF OCR tool first to convert images to text, then convert to Word.
Is formatting perfectly preserved?
Basic text, paragraphs, and headings are preserved. Complex layouts with multiple columns or intricate tables may need manual cleanup.
Is my PDF uploaded?
No, conversion runs entirely in your browser using PDF.js and docx libraries.
What Word formats are output?
.docx format (Word 2007 and later). Compatible with Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and LibreOffice.