Topline Portable Document Format files, or PDFs, are easily presented and exchanged across softwares—even Word—so here’s how to convert a PDF into a Microsoft Word document.

Have a PDF you need to edit more easily? Here are a few options for converting, plus some security advice.

You can convert a PDF file to a Word document using various methods, including online converters or software tools.

We’ve tested out the best free PDF to Word converters to see how well they perform transforming PDFs into files fit for your word processor. We've also listed the best PDF to Powerpoint converter.

Need to edit a PDF document for free? Don't worry, we've put together a couple of easy-to-follow shortcuts.