PDF to Excel
Extract tables from any PDF into editable Excel spreadsheets. Automatic table detection, column alignment, and multi-page merging — all in your browser.
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Everything you need to convert PDF to Excel
Professional-grade table extraction with 24 powerful features — all in your browser.
Automatic Table Detection
Intelligently identifies tables in your PDF — even multi-page tables. Detects rows, columns, and headers without manual selection.
Column Alignment
Preserves column structure with precise alignment. Each cell maps to the correct Excel column — no jumbled or misplaced data.
Row Detection
Accurately detects row boundaries based on text positioning and spacing. Data stays in the correct row even with complex layouts.
Multi-Page Table Merging
Tables spanning multiple pages are automatically merged into a single sheet with consistent headers and no duplicate rows.
Header Row Detection
Automatically identifies header rows from formatting cues like bold text, background shading, and font size differences.
Page Range Selection
Extract tables from all pages or specify a custom range like 1-5, 8, 10-12. Skip irrelevant sections and save time.
Multi-Sheet Output
Each detected table becomes a separate worksheet in the Excel file. Keep related data organized in one workbook.
Custom Delimiters
Choose comma, semicolon, or tab as your delimiter. Match the format your spreadsheet application or database expects.
Data Cleaning
Removes extra whitespace, fixes encoding issues, and cleans up line breaks within cells. Produces clean, import-ready data.
Live Grid Preview
Preview extracted table data in a spreadsheet-like grid before downloading. Verify accuracy and fix issues instantly.
Batch Conversion
Upload multiple PDFs and convert them all to Excel in one session. Download each file individually or as a ZIP archive.
Custom Filename
Name your output .xlsx file exactly what you want before downloading. No auto-generated or generic filenames.
Encoding Options
Choose UTF-8, UTF-16, or Latin-1 encoding. Ensures proper character rendering for international data and special characters.
Number Format Detection
Detects numbers, dates, and currency values. Preserves decimal places and formatting in the Excel output.
Formula-Free Output
All extracted data is written as values, not formulas. No broken references or calculation errors when you open the file.
Large File Support
Handle PDFs with hundreds of pages and thousands of rows. Efficient processing keeps memory usage low even for large documents.
Real-Time Progress
Watch each page process in real-time with a progress bar and per-page status. Know exactly how long is left.
100% Client-Side Privacy
Your PDF data never leaves your browser. All extraction happens locally — no uploads, no servers, zero tracking.
Instant Download
Click convert and your .xlsx file downloads immediately. No waiting for email, no processing queues, no delays.
No File Size Limits
Convert PDFs of any size or page count. No 50MB cap, no page limit, no daily restrictions. Unlimited conversions.
No Watermarks
Clean output with no branding, no ads, no watermarks. Your Excel file is professional and ready to use.
No Signup Required
Open the page, drop your file, convert, download. Zero friction — no account, no email, no credit card.
Mobile Optimized
Fully responsive — convert PDFs to Excel on your phone or tablet with the same features and privacy as desktop.
Excel & Google Sheets Compatible
Output .xlsx files open perfectly in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, and any modern spreadsheet app.
Convert PDF to Excel in 3 steps
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file containing tables or click to browse. Your file stays in your browser — never uploaded.
Detect & Preview
The tool automatically detects tables in your PDF. Preview the extracted data in a grid view and adjust settings.
Download Your XLSX
Click download and get a clean, properly formatted Excel file. Open in Excel, Google Sheets, or any spreadsheet app.
Frequently asked questions
How does PDF to Excel conversion work?
PDFly uses pdf.js to extract text with positioning data from your PDF. It then analyzes the X/Y coordinates of text items to detect table structures — rows, columns, and headers. The detected tables are converted to Excel worksheets using the SpreadsheetML XML format (.xlsx). Everything happens in your browser.
What types of PDF tables can it detect?
The tool detects tables with clear column boundaries, consistent row spacing, and distinguishable headers. It works best with financial statements, invoices, reports, and data tables. Tables with merged cells, nested structures, or very irregular layouts may require manual adjustment after conversion.
Will the data be accurate?
For PDFs with clear, well-structured tables, accuracy is typically 95%+. The tool preserves column alignment, detects headers, and cleans up whitespace. Complex layouts with merged cells or multi-line entries may need minor cleanup in Excel after conversion.
Can I convert multiple PDFs at once?
Yes. Upload multiple PDF files and convert them all in one session. Each PDF gets its own Excel file. You can download them individually or all together as a ZIP archive.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
No. PDF to Excel runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your PDF is read locally, tables are detected locally, and the Excel file is generated on your device. Zero network transfers occur during conversion.
Are there any limits?
No. Convert PDFs of any size, any page count, as many times as you want. No file size caps, no daily limits, no page restrictions. Completely free with no watermarks.