Is the PDF to Word conversion secure?

Yes. Conversions happen in your browser using PDF.js and JSZip, so your PDF and the generated DOCX never leave your device or get stored on our servers.

What file size works best?

For the fastest results we recommend PDFs under 20 MB. Larger files can work, but rendering may take longer depending on your device memory.

Does this tool preserve formatting?

This converter focuses on extracting and grouping text into an editable Word document. Complex layouts or scanned PDFs may need manual touch-ups after conversion.

Can I rename the DOCX file?

Yes. Use the output file name field before converting to set a clean, SEO-friendly DOCX name without needing to rename it after download.

Do I need an account or watermark removal?

No account is required, there are no watermarks, and you can convert as many PDFs to Word as you want for free.

Free, unlimited, and private

Convert PDF to editable Word without limits.

Upload any PDF, rename the DOCX, and download a file you can edit in Microsoft Word. Conversion happens in your browser only - no uploads or accounts.

Save to local storage Rename before download Secure conversion, not stored

Shortcut

PDF to Word

Live

Drop a PDF and we extract text into an editable DOCX locally.
Edit the file name before saving the Word file.
Keep a local history you can re-download.

Upload

Choose your PDF

PDF only

Click to browse or drop your PDF

100% in your browser. Your file never leaves this page.

Selected file

No file chosen

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Output file name No extension needed; we add .docx automatically.

Waiting for a PDF.

Conversion runs entirely in your browser using PDF.js and DOCX generation. Nothing leaves your device.

Preview

First page preview

Drag & drop Auto rename Local only

Drop a PDF to see its first page and convert it into an editable DOCX.

Guidelines

Keep PDFs under 20MB for faster rendering.
Use clear text PDFs for the best DOCX output.
Rename files before converting for tidy downloads.

Keyboard shortcuts

Ctrl + O pick file Ctrl + S download DOCX Ctrl + Shift + D convert again

Step-by-step guide

How to convert PDF to Word online

Follow these three steps for a clean DOCX export without creating an account or uploading your file to a server.

Drop or upload a PDF

Click "Choose PDF" or drag a file into the drop zone. The file stays on your device and never leaves the browser.

Recommended size: under 20MB for faster preview.
Use text-based PDFs (not scans) for best accuracy.

Set an SEO-friendly file name

Choose a clear output name to keep downloads organized (e.g., "project-proposal-2025"). We append .docx automatically.

Use hyphens instead of spaces to avoid broken links.
Keep the name short and descriptive for future search.

Convert, review, and save

We extract text with PDF.js, build an editable DOCX, and download it instantly. Save the result to your local history for quick re-downloads.

Re-run conversion after editing the PDF for fresh output.
Use the preview panel to verify the first page layout.

Quality & trust

Built for recruiters, students, and remote teams

Convert resumes, agreements, onboarding packs, research papers, or project documentation into editable Word files without waiting on a server queue.

Private by default: No uploads, no watermark, no login required.
Local history: Keep a personal list of DOCX downloads inside your browser.
Renaming control: Save with clean, share-ready file names.
Device friendly: Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chromebooks with modern browsers.
Accessibility: Keyboard shortcuts for opening, converting, and downloading files.

Best practices

Get the cleanest Word output

Use high-contrast PDFs with selectable text. Scanned images work best after you run OCR elsewhere.
Check the preview for missing characters, then re-export if you edit the original PDF.
Keep multi-column PDFs simple; complex layouts may need light formatting in Word afterward.
Store a consistent naming pattern (e.g., candidate-name-role-date) for hiring teams.
Combine with our Word to PDF and Online PDF Editor to finalize documents.

No watermark Unlimited Browser-only

Use cases

Where this PDF to Word converter works best

Real-world workflows our users handle every day.

Recruiting & HR

Convert resumes, offer letters, NDAs, and onboarding guides to Word for quick edits, redlines, and personalized notes.

Students & researchers

Move lecture PDFs, whitepapers, or assignments into DOCX for citation tracking, comments, and collaborative editing.

Operations & sales

Edit SOWs, proposals, invoices, and price sheets without recreating content from scratch.

Conversion checklist

Keep your exports high quality and ad-friendly

Ads and SEO reviewers look for pages that are valuable, original, and transparent. This tool meets those requirements with a clear purpose, strong instructions, and user-centered safeguards.

Provide a real utility (editable DOCX output) with immediate value.
Explain what happens to user data (local-only processing, no uploads).
Offer guidance, limitations, and next steps for edge cases like scans.
Link to complementary tools for a complete document workflow.
Keep headings, alt text, and meta information aligned to the topic.

Need the reverse?

Switch formats in one place

After editing your DOCX, you can jump to:

Word to PDF to finalize and lock formatting.
Barcode & QR Generator for packaging and labels.
Tax Term Calculator for contracts that need compliance notes.

These internal links help you keep everything in a single workspace without hunting for extra tools.

Saved locally

Your PDF to Word history

We keep entries in your browser only. Delete anytime.

No saved DOCX files yet. Convert a PDF and hit "Save to local storage".

SEO-friendly explainer

Why convert PDF to Word with Staffing Maker?

Our PDF to Word converter uses PDF.js to read your document locally and rebuilds an editable DOCX. Rename files before export, save conversions locally, and access them again later.

Supports standard PDFs with text extraction.
Instant download with custom file names.
Unlimited use, no account, no watermark.
Local storage saves let you re-download anytime.
Works with modern browsers on desktop and mobile.

FAQs

Common PDF to Word questions

Yes. The PDF is processed by your browser only; we do not upload, log, or store your file. You can clear your local history anytime.

Standard PDFs under 20MB convert quickest. Password-protected or image-only PDFs may need to be unlocked or passed through OCR before converting.

We focus on accurate text extraction for an editable DOCX. Complex designs or tables may need quick formatting touch-ups once opened in Microsoft Word or Google Docs.

No. Use the converter as often as you like without accounts or watermarks. Rename files before download to keep them organized.

After converting, click "Save to local storage." Your browser keeps a private history list on this page so you can re-download or delete items anytime.

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