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PDF to Excel Converter

Convert your PDFs into editable Excel spreadsheets online for free. Extract tables, numbers, and formatting into an XLSX file. No sign-up or downloads needed.

  • Convert PDFs to XLSX instantly
  • Used by 1.7 billion people since 2013
  • GDPR compliant and ISO/IEC 27001 certified

Convert PDF to Excel in Seconds

Need to turn a PDF into an editable Excel spreadsheet? Whether it's a bank statement, an invoice, or a report full of tables, our converter extracts your data accurately into a ready-to-edit XLSX file. No copy-pasting, no retyping—just upload and go.

Work With Scanned Documents

With Smallpdf Pro, you can convert scanned PDFs to editable Excel files using OCR (optical character recognition). Upload a photo of a receipt, invoice, or printed table, and the tool extracts the text into a spreadsheet you can edit.

Convert scanned PDF to Excel with OCR technology

Share and Collaborate After Converting

Once your PDF is an Excel spreadsheet, share it with teammates in a few clicks. Generate a shareable link, email the file directly, or save it to cloud storage like Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, or Smallpdf.

Easy sharing and teamwork with Smallpdf’s sharing feature

No Software, No Sign-Up

Upload your PDF, convert it to an XLSX file in seconds, and get back to work. Everything runs in your browser. There are no installs, and no account required to start.

Easy-to-use conversion—no onboarding needed
How to convert PDF to XLS with Smallpdf

How To Convert PDF to Excel for Free

  1. Import or drag & drop your PDF file to our converter.
  2. Select “Basic” to convert selectable text, or for scanned PDFs, select “Edit PDF directly” to use OCR (Pro feature).
  3. Click “Convert” and wait just a few seconds.
  4. Download or share your converted XLSX file—easy!

Extract Tables & Data from PDFs to Excel

  • PDF to Excel conversion that maintains quality

    Accurate PDF to Excel Conversion

    Convert PDFs into Excel spreadsheets with your original table structure, columns, and number formatting intact. The converter outputs XLSX formats, so the file works in newer versions of Microsoft Excel.

  • Work from anywhere, from any device

    PDF to Excel, Anywhere

    Convert PDFs to Excel from any device, anytime. With the Smallpdf Mobile App for iOS and Android, you can convert on the go.

  • Batch PDF to Excel conversion with Smallpdf

    Convert Multiple Files at Once

    Save time by converting several PDFs to Excel in a single batch. Batch processing lets you convert large document sets quickly, and is available with Smallpdf Pro.

  • ISO 27001 certification stamp

    Certified Data Security

    Smallpdf is ISO/IEC 27001 certified and audited annually. Your files are protected with 256-bit TLS encryption and deleted from our servers after one hour.

  • High-tech encryption for safe document processing

    30+ Tools for Every PDF Task

    Other than PDF to Excel, you can also convert Word, PowerPoint, and image files. Plus, use 30+ PDF tools to edit, merge, compress, and organize your documents—all in one place.

  • GDPR compliance stamp

    GDPR Compliance

    As a GDPR-compliant service, Smallpdf stores, processes, and handles your data responsibly. You stay in control of your documents at every step.

PDF to Excel FAQs

  • Can I convert a scanned PDF to Excel?

    Yes. With OCR (optical character recognition), you can convert scanned PDF text into an editable Excel spreadsheet. OCR is available with a Smallpdf Pro account. Start with a 7-day free trial.

  • Is the PDF to Excel converter free to use?

    Yes. You can convert PDFs to Excel for free with some usage limits. For unlimited conversions and access to batch processing, try a 7-day free trial of Smallpdf Pro.

  • Does the converter output XLS or XLSX files?

    The converter produces XLSX files by default. This is the current standard format for Microsoft Excel. XLSX works in Excel 2007 and later, as well as Google Sheets and other spreadsheet apps.

  • Is the Convert PDF to Excel tool safe to use?

    Smallpdf is ISO/IEC 27001 certified and GDPR compliant. Files are encrypted during transfer with 256-bit TLS and automatically deleted from our servers after one hour.

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