PDF to HTML — Web Format
Transform static PDF files into dynamic, searchable HTML web pages for easy online sharing and editing. Our converter accurately preserves layouts, images, and text formatting, making your content accessible across all devices. This is ideal for publishing reports, manuals, or documents directly to your website.
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Output Format
Your PDF will be converted to HTML format (.html) which can be opened in any browser or code editor.
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Why Convert PDF to HTML?
Transform locked PDF content into live, searchable web pages that search engines can index and visitors can interact with.
Edit in Any Code Editor
Open the output HTML in VS Code, Sublime Text, or any editor. Modify text, tweak CSS styles, add JavaScript interactivity — full source-level control.
SEO-Friendly Output
PDF content is invisible to search engines. Converting to HTML makes your text indexable by Google, Bing, and other crawlers — boosting organic discoverability.
Publish to Any CMS
Drop the HTML directly into WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, or any CMS. Embed in existing pages or publish as standalone web content.
Improve Accessibility
HTML supports screen readers, keyboard navigation, and ARIA attributes. Converting from PDF removes accessibility barriers for visually impaired users.
CSS Layout Recreation
PDF layouts are translated into clean CSS positioning. Fonts are mapped to web-safe alternatives, and images are extracted as optimized assets.
Works on Every Device
HTML renders natively in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge — desktop and mobile. No plugins, no downloads, no PDF viewer required.
How to Convert PDF to HTML
Our converter parses the PDF's internal structure, extracts text layers, and rebuilds the layout as semantic HTML5 with CSS styling.
Upload PDF
Drag and drop or select your PDF file. We support files up to 50MB with up to 20 pages.
Structure Detection
Our parser builds a DOM-like structure from your PDF — identifying headings, paragraphs, images, and links. CSS rules are extracted to recreate positioning and typography.
HTML5 Generation
Clean, semantic HTML5 is generated with proper heading hierarchy, paragraph tags, and image assets extracted as separate files or base64-encoded inline.
Deploy or Edit
Download your HTML and deploy to any web server, paste into a CMS like WordPress, or open in VS Code for further customization with your own CSS.
Common Use Cases
PDF to HTML conversion unlocks content for the web. Here's how professionals use it.
Product Catalog Migration
Turn PDF product catalogs into browsable HTML product pages. Add search functionality, filter by category, and integrate with ecommerce platforms like Shopify or WooCommerce.
Online Documentation
Convert PDF user manuals and technical docs into searchable web documentation. Users can Ctrl+F to find content, bookmark sections, and access docs from any device.
Email Newsletter Content
Extract HTML content from PDF flyers and brochures to build responsive email newsletters. The converted HTML provides a starting point for tools like Mailchimp or SendGrid.
Accessibility Compliance
Many PDF files fail WCAG accessibility standards. Converting to HTML enables adding ARIA labels, alt text, and proper heading structure — critical for government and education websites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Technical questions about PDF to HTML conversion answered.
Are images embedded or linked as separate files?
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By default, images are extracted as separate files (JPG/PNG) and referenced via standard <img> tags, which keeps the HTML lightweight and allows easy image replacement. For single-file distribution, we also offer base64-encoded inline images — everything in one .html file, though the file size will be larger.
Is the output HTML responsive for mobile devices?
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The generated HTML includes a viewport meta tag and uses relative units where possible, making it mobile-friendly out of the box. For full responsive behavior (e.g., reflowing multi-column layouts), you can add your own CSS media queries or integrate with a framework like Tailwind or Bootstrap after conversion.
Does the conversion preserve hyperlinks from the PDF?
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Yes. Internal links (page jumps) and external URLs in the original PDF are converted to standard HTML anchor tags (<a href="...">). Internal page references become in-page anchor links (#section), and external URLs remain fully functional.
What HTML standard does the output follow?
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Our converter generates valid HTML5 with a proper DOCTYPE declaration. We use semantic elements like <article>, <section>, and <figure> where appropriate, which improves both accessibility and SEO. The CSS is inlined by default but can be extracted to a separate stylesheet.
Can I convert a multi-page PDF into separate HTML files?
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Yes. You can choose between a single HTML file containing all pages (separated by page-break markers) or individual HTML files per page — useful when each page should be a standalone web page, like product listings or chapter pages.
Is my PDF file secure during conversion?
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Yes. All uploads are encrypted via HTTPS/TLS and automatically deleted within 24 hours. Files are processed in isolated containers — no human access, no storage, no sharing. Your content never leaves our secure pipeline.
HTML vs PDF: When to Choose Web Format
HTML and PDF serve fundamentally different purposes. HTML is a living document format — it reflows to fit any screen, supports interactive elements like forms and video embeds, and is natively indexed by search engines. When your goal is reach and accessibility, HTML wins. A PDF product catalog locked behind a download link gets far less engagement than the same content as a browsable web page.
PDF still excels where exact visual fidelity matters. Legal contracts, printed materials, and documents requiring digital signatures rely on PDF's fixed-layout guarantee — every viewer sees identical formatting. PDF also supports features HTML can't replicate, like embedded fonts with subset encoding, CMYK color spaces for print, and document-level encryption with granular permissions.
The best approach is often using both formats together: HTML for online discovery and reading, with a "Download PDF" option for offline use or printing. FastlyConvert makes this workflow practical by letting you convert between the two formats as needed, so your content works everywhere your audience expects it.
Privacy & Security
Your documents are processed securely. We take your privacy seriously.
- check_circleAutomatic Deletion: Files deleted within 24 hours after processing.
- check_circleEncrypted Transfer: HTTPS/SSL encryption for all file transfers.
- check_circleNo Human Access: Automated processing without viewing your content.
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