PDFtoMD

What is PDFtoMD

PDFtoMD is a free online AI-powered tool that converts PDF files into clean, structured Markdown (MD) format. It supports both digital PDFs and scanned documents using OCR technology, preserving headings, paragraphs, lists, and other structural elements.

How to use PDFtoMD

1. Upload your PDF: Drag and drop a PDF file onto the converter area, or click to browse and select a file. Files can be up to 10 pages on the free plan.
2. Conversion: The tool automatically extracts text and structure from the PDF. For scanned pages, AI-powered OCR reads the content.
3. Copy or download: Once conversion is complete, you can copy the Markdown output to your clipboard or download the .md file. Your conversion history is saved for later access.

Features of PDFtoMD

• Accurate extraction: Digital PDFs are read from the text layer for exact fidelity.
• Structure preserved: Headings, paragraphs, and lists are converted to proper Markdown syntax.
• Built for speed: Most documents convert in seconds.
• AI reads scans & images: OCR handles scanned pages and image-based PDFs; paid plans include Vision mode for tables, formulas, and seals.
• Conversion history: All conversions are saved to your account for re-copying or re-downloading.
• SOTA OCR models: State-of-the-art OCR and vision models for plain text and structural reconstruction.

Use Cases of PDFtoMD

• Note-taking apps: Import PDF content into Obsidian, Notion, or Logseq.
• Version control: Store documents in Git repositories as Markdown.
• Static site generators: Use with Hugo, Jekyll, or similar tools.
• AI workflows: Preprocess PDFs for RAG pipelines, chatbots, and summarizers that handle Markdown better than raw PDF text.
• Documentation: Convert reports and manuals into editable Markdown.

Pricing

• Basic (Free): 10 pages per day, up to 10 pages per file, standard OCR mode, conversion history.
• Starter ($15.9/month): 1,000 pages per month, up to 20 pages per file, standard OCR + Vision mode, email support.
• Professional ($19.9/month): 3,000 pages per month, up to 100 pages per file, standard OCR + Vision mode, priority support.
• Enterprise ($99.9/month): 30,000 pages per month, up to 200 pages per file, standard OCR + Vision mode, dedicated support.

FAQ

What is PDF to MD conversion? MD is the file extension for Markdown. PDF to MD conversion extracts text from a PDF and rewrites it as Markdown — headings become # headings, bullet points become list items, and paragraphs are re-flowed into clean text.

How does the free plan work? Every account gets 10 pages of conversion per day, reset at midnight UTC. No credit card needed.

Is this converter free? Yes. Every account can convert 10 pages per day at no cost. Paid plans add monthly page allowances, larger files, and Vision mode.

What happens when I hit the daily limit? You can wait for the daily reset or upgrade to a paid plan. Paid pages are consumed only after free daily pages run out.

Can I convert scanned PDFs? Yes. Image-based and scanned documents are fully supported via OCR.

How accurate is the conversion? Digitally-created PDFs have the highest fidelity. Scanned PDFs use OCR; free plans get line-level OCR, paid plans use Vision mode for tables, formulas, charts, and seals.

What OCR technology is used? State-of-the-art OCR and vision models. Digital PDFs read from the text layer; scanned pages use fast line-level OCR on free plans, and Vision mode on paid plans.

Which tools work with the output? Any tool that supports Markdown: Obsidian, Notion, Logseq, VS Code, GitHub wikis, Hugo, Jekyll, and more.

Can I cancel my subscription? Yes. Cancel from your billing page; access stays active until the end of the current billing period.