PDF to Markdown Converter

Convert PDF files to Markdown instantly, securely, and 100% in your browser. No uploads, no privacy worries—just fast, accurate conversion.

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⭐ Why Star This Project?

• 100% open source and free
• No file uploads—your data never leaves your device
• Fast, accurate, and easy to use
• Perfect for developers, writers, and anyone who works with Markdown

If you find this tool helpful, please consider starring the repo and sharing it!

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🚀 Features

• Browser-based: All processing happens locally in your browser
• Privacy-first: No files are uploaded or stored
• Supports: Headings, lists, tables, basic formatting, and more
• Instant results: Convert and download Markdown in seconds
• Offline capable: Works even without an internet connection
• Open source: Built with @opendocsg/pdf2md

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🛠️ How It Works

1. Upload your PDF: Drag and drop or select a PDF file
2. Conversion: The app uses the @opendocsg/pdf2md library to extract text, structure, and formatting from your PDF
3. Markdown Output: The extracted content is converted to Markdown and displayed instantly
4. Download or Copy: Download the Markdown file or copy it to your clipboard

All processing is done in your browser. Your files never leave your device.

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❓ FAQ

How does the PDF to Markdown conversion work?

• The tool uses @opendocsg/pdf2md to extract text and structure from your PDF, then converts it to Markdown syntax. All processing is local—no uploads!

What formatting is preserved?

• Headings, paragraphs, lists, tables, bold/italic text, and links (when possible).
• Complex layouts, images, and advanced formatting may not be fully preserved.

Is my data secure?

• Yes! Everything happens in your browser. No data is uploaded or stored anywhere.

Is there a file size limit?

• For best performance, keep files under 10MB. Larger files may slow down your browser.

Can I use this tool offline?

• Yes! Once loaded, the app works without an internet connection.

Which browsers are supported?

• All modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Opera.

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🔒 Security & Privacy

• 100% browser-based: No server-side processing
• No uploads: Your files never leave your device
• No storage: Nothing is saved after you close the tab

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📦 Usage

1. Clone the repo:

   git clone https://github.com/mrmps/pdf2md
   cd pdf2md

2. Install dependencies:

   pnpm install

   or

   npm install

   or

   yarn install

3. Start the development server:

   pnpm dev

   or

   npm run dev

   or

   yarn dev

4. Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser

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🤝 Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please open issues or pull requests for improvements, bug fixes, or new features.

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📄 License

MIT — see LICENSE for details.

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⭐ Show Your Support

If you found this project useful, please star the repo and share it with others!

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Made with ❤️ by Michael Ryaboy and the open-source community.