Convert PDF to Excel Online

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How to convert PDF to Excel

  • download PDFDownload your first file for free. To continue using PDF Guru, choose one of our subscription plans.
  • upload pdf file Drag & drop your PDF or click the + button to upload it.
  • add pdf updateOnce the editor opens, choose Excel from the list of available formats.
  • download PDFDownload the converted file to your device — it will also be saved in your account.
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Why choose our PDF to Excel converter

  • benefit 1

    OCR-powered tables

    Our OCR reads scanned PDFs, handwritten, and photographed tables, turning them into fully editable Excel spreadsheets.
  • benefit 2

    Preserved structure

    Your table structure is preserved, with rows, columns, headers, and cell links rebuilt in the right Excel cells.
  • benefit 3

    Global language support

    Handle tables in 90+ languages, including Cyrillic, Arabic, and CJK, ideal for international teams and clients.
  • benefit 3

    Versatile solution

    Convert invoices, financial reports, forms, statements, and price lists into editable Excel, ready to sort and edit.
  • benefit 1

    Fast processing

    Change PDF to Excel in just a few seconds. Even large, table-heavy files are processed quickly, saving you the wait.
  • benefit 2

    Security-first approach

    From conversion to storage in your account, industry-standard security measures keep your files safe throughout.

Why we're the best at converting PDF to XLSX

Accuracy, speed, and simplicity define our PDF converter. The OCR reads scanned, handwritten, and even photographed tables and rebuilds them as editable Excel spreadsheets, with every row, column, and header kept exactly in place. From invoices to reports, in 90+ languages, it extracts your tables and data into clean, usable form, all on a cross-platform interface that guards your files from start to finish.

Where our PDF to Excel converter helps most

For anyone reconciling accounts, it turns a PDF bank statement into a sortable spreadsheet.
  • Pull every transaction into dated rows and columns
  • Sort or filter by date, amount, or category
  • Total your balances and spending with your own formulas

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Frequently asked questions

  • How to change PDF to XLSX?

    To change a PDF to an XLSX file, you can use our platform:

    1. Scroll up to the top of this page.
    2. Click the + button or drag and drop the PDF you want to convert. 
    3. When the editor opens, make any final edits to your file, then choose Excel (XLSX) from the table of available formats.
    4. Download your new Excel file to your device.

    That new file will also be stored in your PDF Guru account.

  • Can I convert protected PDFs to Excel?

    Yes, you can convert password-protected or restricted PDFs to XLS as long as you remove the protection first. Just use our PDF unlocker to remove the password, then convert from PDF to Excel as usual.

  • On what devices can I turn PDF to Excel using PDF Guru?

    You can use PDF Guru on any device with a web browser and an internet connection. Because everything runs online, there's no software to download, whether you're on Windows, Mac, or Linux, or working from a tablet or smartphone. Just open the page, upload your file, and turn PDF into Excel.

  • Is PDF Guru legit?

    PDF Guru is a real, working web-based PDF to XLSX converter, trusted by people and businesses to handle their documents every day. We protect your files with industry-standard security at every step, and we're verified by Google Safe Browsing to guard against threats like viruses and phishing.

  • Will my file be saved after conversion?

    Whether your file is saved after conversion depends on the tool you're using. When you convert a PDF into Excel online with PDF Guru, or use any other tool on our platform, your file is securely stored in your account. You can access and re-download it anytime, so there's no risk of losing your work.

  • Why can't I convert my PDF to Excel?

    You can't convert your PDF to Excel because the file is most likely password-protected or has editing restrictions. Remove the password first with our PDF unlocker, then upload the PDF again and convert it as usual. If the file isn't locked, it should convert fine. 

  • How do I convert a PDF to Excel without Adobe Acrobat?

    You can convert a PDF to Excel without Adobe Acrobat by using PDF Guru in your browser, with nothing to install. Open the page, drag your PDF in or click the '+' button, and choose 'Excel' once the editor opens. Download the spreadsheet to your device, and it will also be saved to your account. 

  • Can I convert a 500-page PDF to Excel?

    Yes, you can convert a 500-page PDF to Excel with our tool. It processes large documents quickly, and every table keeps its rows, columns, and headers intact from the first page to the last. Upload the file, choose 'Excel', and download the full spreadsheet when it's ready.

  • How do I cancel?

    You can cancel anytime from your account settings or by contacting our support team. Your access stays active until the end of the current billing period.

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