PDF to MD

PDF to MD is a browser-based document conversion service that specializes in turning PDFs into editable Markdown for note-taking ecosystems like Obsidian and Notion. Its core positioning is privacy-first conversion: ordinary text-based PDFs, Word documents, and HTML files are processed locally in the browser, so file contents never leave the user's device. For scanned documents, complex tables, formulas, multi-column layouts, or missing CJK text, the platform offers an optional high-accuracy OCR mode that uses cloud processing and page credits. Target audiences include researchers, students, writers, developers, and knowledge workers who need clean Markdown notes from PDFs, reports, and web content. Core features include drag-and-drop conversion, batch processing, ZIP download, Obsidian and Notion guides, sample files, Word/Image/HTML to Markdown tools, Markdown to PDF, and API/MCP access for automation. The service uses a freemium model: free local conversion, a Pro subscription with monthly credits, and a one-time OCR pack. User experience is straightforward, with clear mode selection, file size limits, and privacy explanations. Technical features include local browser parsing, server-side OCR, cloud conversions, export limits, and isolated batch failures. Content resources include guides on troubleshooting, tables and formulas, Obsidian, Notion, and Python automation.