# PDF to Markdown Converter for Text PDFs > Convert PDF to MD online. Upload a text-based PDF, preview editable Markdown, and use the scanned PDF OCR workflow for image-only PDFs. Convert text-based PDF files into clean Markdown for documentation, research notes, and content migration. For scans, screenshots, or image-only PDFs, use Scanned PDF to Markdown so OCR handles the text before conversion. ## What Is PDF to Markdown Converter for Text PDFs? PDF to Markdown Converter for Text PDFs is an online DocToMD tool that turns supported PDF content into editable Markdown. The result can be reviewed in the browser, copied as text, or downloaded as a .md file. ## Supported Input - .pdf ## What the Conversion Preserves - Readable text - Headings when detectable - Lists - Links - Basic table structure ## Known Limitations - Free users can convert PDFs up to 3 pages; licensed users up to 99 pages - Two-column layouts may require cleanup - Scanned PDFs depend on OCR quality - Password-protected PDFs must be unlocked before upload ## How to Convert PDF to Markdown 1. Upload the PDF. Text-based PDFs convert fastest; scanned PDFs may require OCR and can take longer. 2. DocToMD extracts text, headings when detectable, lists, links, and simple table structure into a Markdown preview. 3. Review sections that came from columns, scans, tables, or footnotes, then copy the Markdown or download an .md file. ## Common Uses - Use it for text-based research papers, manuals, reports, documentation exports, and notes where the PDF already contains readable text. This is the right workflow when you want Markdown content, not a recreated print layout. - Licensed users can batch upload up to 10 files per request, with each file counted against the daily file allowance. If a PDF exceeds the page allowance, the interface can create a shortened copy containing the allowed first pages after explicit confirmation. - Expect extra cleanup for two-column papers, complex tables, forms, headers and footers, or PDFs designed mainly for print layout. For low-resolution scans and image-only PDFs, use Scanned PDF to Markdown instead. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How do I convert PDF to MD online? Upload a PDF, wait for DocToMD to extract readable structure, then copy the Markdown preview or download the converted content as an .md file. ### Can I convert PDF to Markdown online? Yes. Upload a PDF in the browser, preview the Markdown output, then copy the converted text or download it as an .md file. ### Can scanned PDFs be converted to Markdown? Scanned PDFs are handled with OCR fallback when possible. Accuracy depends on scan quality, language, resolution, and page complexity. PDF files are supported up to 3 pages for free users and up to 99 pages with a license. ### Can I convert PDF to an .md file? Yes. DocToMD converts PDF to MD content online so you can copy the Markdown or download it as an .md file. ### Is the PDF to Markdown converter free? You can convert PDF to Markdown online with the free daily allowance. Free users can convert PDFs up to 3 pages, while licensed users can convert PDFs up to 99 pages. ### Can I batch convert PDFs to Markdown? Free users can convert one PDF at a time. Licensed users can batch upload up to 10 files per request, and each file counts as one file conversion. ### Does PDF to Markdown keep headings, lists, and tables? DocToMD tries to keep readable structure such as headings, paragraphs, lists, links, and simple table-like content. Complex tables, multi-column pages, and scanned documents may need cleanup. ### Does PDF to Markdown keep the original layout? Markdown is a text-first format, so the converter focuses on readable structure rather than pixel-perfect PDF layout. ### Can I convert password-protected PDFs? Password-protected PDFs need to be unlocked before upload. Encrypted files may fail or return no readable content. ### Are uploaded files stored? Files are processed for conversion and temporary files are removed after processing. Avoid uploading password-protected or highly sensitive files unless you are comfortable processing them through the service. ## Service Limits - Free usage: 3 free conversions per day, shared across file and public URL conversions. - Free file size: up to 10 MB per file. - Free PDF length: up to 3 pages per file. - Licensed usage: up to 100 file conversions and 10 public URL conversions per day. - Licensed file size: up to 100 MB per file. - Licensed PDF length: up to 99 pages per file. - Licensed batch upload: up to 10 files per request. Daily limits reset according to server calendar time. Current prices and license terms are published at https://doctomd.com/pricing/. ## Use the Converter - [Open the PDF to Markdown Converter for Text PDFs](https://doctomd.com/pdf-to-markdown/) - [View current pricing and limits](https://doctomd.com/pricing/) ## Related Converters - [PDF to Text Converter Online](https://doctomd.com/pdf-to-text.md) - [Scanned PDF to Markdown Converter](https://doctomd.com/scanned-pdf-to-markdown.md) - [ZIP to Markdown Converter](https://doctomd.com/zip-to-markdown.md) - [DOCX to MD Converter](https://doctomd.com/docx-to-markdown.md) - [Word to Markdown: DOC or DOCX?](https://doctomd.com/word-to-markdown.md) ## Canonical Page https://doctomd.com/pdf-to-markdown/