PDF to MD
Convert PDF files to MD in seconds, for free. Nothing to install.
Files are deleted from the server automatically after 1 h.
Why convert PDF to MD?
- Markdown is plain text with simple formatting — ideal for GitHub, wikis, Obsidian and notes.
- Convert in a few seconds right in your browser, without installing software.
You don't need to install any software to convert PDF to MD. Upload your file, choose MD and download the result a few seconds later. The conversion runs on our servers and your file is deleted automatically after 1 h.
PDF vs MD: comparison
| Feature | PDFPortable Document Format (Adobe) | MDMarkdown Text |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Adobe | John Gruber |
| Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Type | document | document |
| Editable content | ✗ no | ✓ yes |
| Opens with | Adobe Acrobat Reader, Chrome, Edge, Safari | VS Code, Obsidian, Typora, GitHub, Notepad |
Tip: fonts and tables are preserved as far as possible. Multi-page documents converted to images are delivered as a ZIP.
How it works
- Choose or drop your PDF file.
- Pick MD as the output format.
- Click “Convert” and download your file.
PDF to MD: questions and answers
Will quality be lost when converting PDF to MD?
Text-based PDFs convert well: text, paragraphs and tables are kept. Scanned PDFs (pictures of pages) need text recognition (OCR).
How long does PDF to MD conversion take?
Usually 1–10 seconds. Several files are processed in parallel.
What is the maximum PDF file size?
Up to 50 MB per file and up to 20 files at once — for free.
Can I convert PDF to MD on my phone?
Yes. TezConvert works in any browser on Android and iPhone — no app needed.
How do I open a MD file?
MD files open in: VS Code, Obsidian, Typora, GitHub, Notepad.
Are my files safe?
Files are used only for the conversion, never shown to anyone, and deleted automatically after 1 h. The original is deleted right after conversion.
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