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Convert PDF to Excel

Extract tables from PDF files into editable Excel spreadsheets online, free and with no registration.

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Pull the tables out of your PDF and into Excel

Upload a PDF that contains tabular data and get back a spreadsheet you can sort, filter, and analyze.

1

Upload Your PDF

Select the PDF containing tables or data from your device, Google Drive, or Dropbox.

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Extract the Tables

Our engine scans every page for tabular data and reconstructs the rows and columns it finds.

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Download Your Spreadsheet

Get your .xlsx file in seconds, ready for analysis and reporting without manual data entry.

Built for Working with Data

Everything you need to turn PDF tables into a usable spreadsheet.

Enterprise Security

Your PDF is encrypted with 256-bit SSL during upload and automatically deleted from our servers after conversion.

Fast Conversion

Most PDFs are scanned and converted to a spreadsheet in a matter of seconds.

Table and Data Extraction

The converter is built specifically to detect table structures on each page and turn rows and columns into spreadsheet cells, not just plain text.

Unlimited Usage

No file limits, no size restrictions, and no hidden fees or subscriptions to convert as many PDFs as you need.

Multi-File Conversion

Convert several PDFs in one session. When you upload more than one, the resulting spreadsheets are bundled into a single ZIP download.

Cross-Platform

Works in any modern browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices, with no software to install.

Solutions for Every Need

People convert PDF to Excel for all kinds of reasons.

Accountants and Analysts

Pull financial statements or pricing tables out of a PDF report so the numbers can be recalculated in Excel.

Researchers

Extract data tables from a published paper or government report for further analysis without retyping every value.

Small Business Owners

Turn a supplier price list or invoice PDF into a spreadsheet that can be sorted and filtered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this tool extract tables and data from my PDF?

Yes. Our PDF to Excel converter is built to detect tabular data on each page and turn it into spreadsheet rows and columns. Accuracy is highest for PDFs with clearly defined table structure and selectable text.

How are multiple tables or pages organized in the spreadsheet?

All tables found across every page of the PDF are extracted and combined into a single sheet in the Excel workbook, one below the other. If you need the data separated by page, split the PDF first and convert each part individually.

Will formulas from my original document be preserved?

No. A PDF is a presentation format and does not store formulas, only the calculated values that are visible on the page. The Excel output contains those values as static data, and you can add formulas yourself after conversion.

What Excel format will I receive?

The converted file is provided in .xlsx format, compatible with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, and other modern spreadsheet applications.

What happens if my PDF has no tables?

The converter looks specifically for tabular data. If no table structure is detected anywhere in the PDF, the conversion will not produce a spreadsheet. This tool is intended for PDFs that contain actual tables, not plain paragraphs of text.

Can I convert a scanned PDF to Excel?

The converter reads the text layer of a PDF directly and does not perform OCR. Scanned PDFs, which are really images, will not extract correctly. Use a digitally-created PDF with selectable text for reliable results.

Is PDF to Excel conversion free?

Yes, completely free, with no account needed, no watermarks on the spreadsheet, and no usage limits.

Is my PDF file secure during the conversion?

Yes. Your file is encrypted during upload, processed on our servers, and deleted shortly after. We do not access, share, or retain the contents of your documents.