Convert PDF to Word
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Turn a PDF into an editable Word document
Upload a PDF and get back a .docx file with the text and layout carried over, ready to edit in Word.
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Select the PDF you want to convert from your device, Google Drive, or Dropbox.
Convert to DOCX
Our converter reads the text, paragraphs, and layout of your PDF and rebuilds them as an editable Word file.
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Get your editable .docx file in seconds. No registration or watermarks required.
Built for Reliable Conversion
Everything you need to turn a PDF into a usable Word document.
Enterprise Security
Your PDF is encrypted with 256-bit SSL during upload and automatically deleted from our servers after conversion.
Fast Conversion
Most PDFs convert to a Word document in a few seconds, without needing to install desktop software.
Layout-Aware Text Extraction
Paragraphs, headings, and basic formatting from digitally-created PDFs carry over into the Word document, so you spend less time reformatting.
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 Word files 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 Word for all kinds of reasons.
Students
Turn a lecture handout or reading PDF into an editable document so notes and citations can be added directly.
HR and Office Admins
Update a contract, policy document, or form that only exists as a PDF, without retyping it from scratch.
Freelance Writers
Pull a client brief or an old draft out of PDF format and back into Word for editing and revision.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the PDF to Word conversion?
Our converter produces reliable results for most digitally-created PDFs. Text, paragraphs, headings, and basic formatting carry over well. Complex multi-column layouts, decorative fonts, and heavily designed pages may need minor adjustments after conversion, which is normal for any PDF to Word tool.
Will images and tables from my PDF be included in the Word file?
Yes. Images embedded in the PDF are carried over to the Word document, and tables are reconstructed as editable Word tables where the PDF structure allows it. Results vary for scanned or image-heavy documents.
Can I convert a scanned PDF to Word?
Our converter works from the actual text layer of a PDF, so it is built for digitally-created files rather than scanned pages. A scanned PDF is really an image, and conversion quality will be much lower or may fail. For best results, use a PDF that was generated from a document, not photographed or scanned from paper.
What format will the converted file be in?
The output is a standard .docx file, compatible with Microsoft Word 2010 and later, Google Docs, LibreOffice, and most modern word processors.
Is PDF to Word conversion free?
Yes, converting PDF to Word on MergePDF Pro is completely free, with no file limits, no watermarks added to the Word document, and no account required.
How long does the conversion take?
Most conversions complete within a few seconds. Larger files or documents with many images may take a little longer.
Is my PDF kept private during conversion?
Yes. Your file is uploaded over an encrypted HTTPS connection, processed on our servers, and permanently deleted shortly after. We do not read or share the contents of your documents.
Can password-protected PDFs be converted?
Password-protected or encrypted PDFs cannot currently be converted. Remove the password first using an unlock tool, then convert the resulting file to Word.