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PDF Attachments Extractor

Extract Attachments from PDF
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Extract all embedded files from one or more PDFs. All attachments will be downloaded in a ZIP archive.
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Note: Your files never leave your device.

Free PDF Attachment Extractor: Extract Embedded Attachments & Files from PDF Online Securely (100% Client-Side)

Are you trying to access an Excel spreadsheet, an XML invoice, or a source image embedded inside a PDF document? Viewing these files is easy in Adobe Reader, but extracting them efficiently can be a challenge without expensive software.
Our PDF Extract Attachments tool allows you to instantly scrape and download all embedded files from your PDF into a convenient ZIP archive. Best of all? It runs entirely in your browser using secure JavaScript technology.

Why Is Our PDF Attachment Extractor More Secure?

Most online PDF tools require you to upload your sensitive documents to a remote server for processing. This creates a potential privacy risk.
We are different.
  • No Server Uploads: Your files are processed strictly on your device (100% Client-Side Processing) using Client-Side technology. This tool works even if you disconnect from the internet after loading.
  • Data Privacy: Since the file never leaves your computer, your confidential contracts, invoices, and legal data remain 100% private.
  • Zero Wait Time: No uploading or downloading large PDF files. The extraction happens instantly.

What Are PDF Attachments?

A PDF attachment is different from a PDF page. It is a file (like .docx, .xlsx, .jpg, or .xml) that is stored inside the PDF container, similar to how you attach a file to an email. These are often used for:
  • E-Invoicing: Attaching XML data files to a human-readable PDF invoice.
  • Portfolios: Embedding CAD drawings or high-res images alongside a project report.
  • Legal Archives: Bundling source documents with a final ruling.
Our tool detects these hidden files and liberates them for your use.

How to Extract Files from a PDF Step-by-Step?

Follow this simple guide to save your embedded files:
  1. Select Your PDF: Drag and drop your file into the box above, or click to browse.You can select multiple PDF files at once.
  2. Automatic Detection: Our tool instantly scans the document structure for embedded file streams.
  3. Download ZIP: Click the "Extract Attachments" button. We will bundle all found files into a single .zip archive.
  4. Unzip and Use: Open the ZIP file on your computer to access your original Excel, Word, or Image files.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Q: Does this tool extract images from the PDF pages?
    A: No. This tool extracts attachments (files embedded in the metadata). If you need to save pictures that are visible on the PDF pages, please use our "PDF to JPG" or "Extract Images" tool.
  • Q: Can I extract attachments from an encrypted/password-protected PDF?
    A: If the PDF requires a password to open, you will need to remove the password first using our "Unlock PDF" tool before extracting attachments.
  • Q: My PDF shows a paperclip icon in Adobe Reader. Will this tool get those files?
    A: Yes! That paperclip icon represents the "Attachments" panel. Our tool extracts every file listed in that panel.
  • Q: Why is the process so fast?
    A: Because we don't upload your file to the cloud. Everything happens locally on your computer's processor, making it faster and safer than traditional server-based tools. We understand that PDFs often contain sensitive data. We prioritize user privacy ("Privacy-First Architecture").  Your documents and files never leave your device. We Don't upload, transfer, view, store, or share your data.

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