PDF to Word Converter — Keep Tables, Logos & Exact Layout
RatPDF converts PDF files to editable Microsoft Word documents while preserving the visual structure businesses depend on: branded headers, data tables with borders, charts, and multi-column reports.
When you need more than copy-paste
Most free converters dump plain text into a DOCX file and destroy your document. RatPDF runs a multi-engine pipeline designed for real-world PDFs:
- pdf2docx — reconstructs editable text, tables, and embedded images.
- Page-render fallback — embeds each page at 200 DPI when logos or complex graphics would otherwise break (common with scanned brochures and marketing PDFs).
- OCR — extracts text from scanned pages when no text layer exists.
- LibreOffice — additional pass on servers where it is installed.
Document types we handle well
Invoices & GST bills
Line items, tax tables, company logos
Line items, tax tables, company logos
Contracts & legal PDFs
Numbered clauses, signature blocks
Numbered clauses, signature blocks
Marketing brochures
Full-bleed images, brand colors
Full-bleed images, brand colors
Scanned office documents
OCR + high-res page images
OCR + high-res page images
RatPDF vs typical free converters
| Feature | RatPDF | Basic online tools |
|---|---|---|
| Table borders preserved | Yes | Often lost |
| Logos & images | High-res embed | Missing or blurry |
| Scanned PDFs | OCR + page render | Fails or empty |
| File size limit | 200 MB free / 4 GB Pro | Usually 10–50 MB |
| Progress tracking | Real-time bar | None |
Tips for best results
- Use the original PDF (not a re-scanned photocopy) when possible.
- For password-protected files, unlock them before upload.
- Large image-heavy PDFs may produce a Word file with page images — visually identical to the PDF, ideal for printing and sharing.
- Need unlimited conversions? Pro from $8.99/month — cancel anytime.
Related tools
After converting, you may also need Word to PDF, PDF to Excel, Merge PDF, or Compress PDF.
Security & retention
Files are uploaded over HTTPS, processed on our servers, and stored only long enough for you to download the result. Temporary copies are removed automatically; we do not use your documents to train models or build marketing lists.
Free vs Pro
- Free — 3 conversions per tool per day, 200 MB per file.
- Pro — unlimited use, 4 GB uploads, priority conversion queue. See plans.