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Convert PDF to HTML

A PDF is fixed to a page; a web page reflows to fit the screen. This tool rebuilds a PDF as a single HTML file with proper headings, paragraphs, lists and tables — markup you can drop into a site, style with your own CSS, or open in any browser.

Also known as: PDF to web page · PDF to HTML converter · PDF to webpage · PDF to HTM

Files up to 50 MBTypically under a minuteNeed HTML to PDF instead?

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How to convert PDF to HTML

  1. Step 1

    Add your PDF file

    Drag your PDF file into the box, or choose it from your device. It can be up to 50 MB.

  2. Step 2

    Choose your settings

    Optional settings are under Advanced options; the starting values suit most files.

  3. Step 3

    Press Convert to HTML

    The work happens on our servers, and you can follow its progress.

  4. Step 4

    Download your HTML file

    Your upload is already deleted, and the result is deleted after one hour.

Worth knowing

The page keeps text and structure, not pictures or the exact look of the PDF — use PDF to Word to keep images, or PDF to JPG for a picture of each page. Headings and tables are inferred from how the page looks, so heavy graphic layouts need some tidying.

Why convert PDF to HTML?

  • Publishing the contents of a PDF report on a website
  • Reflowing a fixed-page document to read on a phone
  • Reusing a document's structure in a CMS or email
  • Turning a printable form into editable web markup

PDF vs HTML

Comparison of PDF and HTML
PropertyPDFHTML
LayoutFixed on every deviceReflows to the screen
StructureMarks on a pageHeadings, lists and tables
EditableNot easilyYes, as markup and CSS
Best forPrinting and sharingPublishing on the web

Frequently asked questions

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