Free online converter

PDF to Markdown

Convert a PDF into plain Markdown for notes, docs, AI prompts, and knowledge-base drafts. The free converter keeps the workflow focused: one PDF, up to 30MB, first 20 pages, text-only output.

30MBmaximum PDF size
20 pagesconverted per file
24 hoursintended result retention

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Format
PDF only
Output
Plain Markdown
OCR
Not included
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Markdown result

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Free conversion only includes the first 20 pages and does not extract images or run OCR.

Built for quick Markdown drafts

Use PDF2MD when you need editable Markdown from a digital PDF: meeting notes, course handouts, whitepapers, manuals, or source material you want to reorganize.

Clear free boundaries

  • One PDF per job
  • First 20 pages only
  • No OCR for scanned PDFs
  • No image extraction

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FAQ

Before you convert

What does the free converter include?

The free converter accepts one PDF up to 30MB and converts the first 20 pages into plain Markdown.

Does it work with scanned PDFs?

Scanned or image-only PDFs may produce little or no text because OCR is not enabled in the free version.

Are images extracted?

No. The free version keeps the output text-only and does not extract images or add image references.

How long are files kept?

Uploaded PDFs and Markdown results are intended to be kept for 24 hours, then removed by the worker cleanup process.

Can I use this for batches or an API?

Batch conversion and API access are planned Pro features. Join the waitlist if you want early access.