PDF to Word

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Convert PDF to editable Word DOCX files free online. Preserve fonts, tables and layout.

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How to use PDF to Word

Upload your PDF

Click the upload area or drag and drop your PDF file. Works with digitally created PDFs and scanned documents.

Convert automatically

The tool analyses your PDF and reconstructs its content as an editable Word document, preserving fonts, tables, and layout.

Download your DOCX

Click Convert & Download. Your editable Word document downloads immediately, ready to open in Microsoft Word or Google Docs.

Why use our PDF to Word tool

Converts both digitally created PDFs and scanned documents with OCR

Preserves fonts, tables, column layouts, and embedded images

Output is a standard DOCX file compatible with all Word processors

OCR technology converts scanned images of text to actual editable characters

Works on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac

No watermark on converted document

Who uses PDF to Word

Edit Locked Documents

Convert a PDF you received into Word to make changes, update information, or reformat the content.

Update Old Documents

Retrieve a document from PDF format when the original Word file is no longer available.

Extract Text Content

Convert a PDF to Word to extract and reuse text content in other documents or presentations.

Scanned Document Editing

Convert scanned paper documents to editable Word files using built-in OCR — no separate OCR software needed.

Accessibility

Convert PDFs to Word for improved compatibility with screen readers and assistive technology.

Template Recovery

Convert a PDF template to Word so it can be edited and used as a customisable document template.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my tables be preserved when converting PDF to Word?

Yes. Our converter reconstructs table structure from the PDF layout, preserving rows, columns, and cell content. Complex tables with merged cells may require minor manual adjustment.

Can I convert a scanned PDF to editable Word?

Yes. Our tool includes OCR that recognises text in scanned page images and converts it to editable Word characters. Best results come from clear, well-lit scans at 300 DPI or higher.

Will my fonts be preserved after conversion?

The converter attempts to match fonts in the original PDF. Standard system fonts convert with high accuracy. Unusual or embedded fonts may substitute to the closest available font.

How do I convert PDF to Word on iPhone?

Open our PDF to Word tool in Safari on your iPhone, upload your PDF from the Files app, and download the converted DOCX. Open it in Microsoft Word for iPhone or Google Docs.

What is the difference between PDF to Word and editing a PDF directly?

PDF to Word converts the entire document to a fully editable format where all text, tables, and formatting can be changed. Direct PDF editing adds text or annotations on top of the existing PDF without fully converting its structure.

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