Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device.

What about scanned PDFs?

Scanned PDFs (image-only) without OCR text layers will produce limited or no text extraction. For best results, apply OCR to your PDF before converting.

Does the output work with Kindle?

EPUB files can be sent directly to newer Kindle devices via the Send to Kindle feature, or emailed to your Kindle address. Older Kindles may need a MOBI/KFX conversion through Amazon's service.

What is the difference between EPUB2 and EPUB3?

EPUB3 is the modern standard supporting HTML5 and CSS3, including audio, video, and better accessibility. EPUB2 is a legacy format for older readers. We recommend EPUB3 for all new conversions.

What is the maximum file size I can convert?

Since all processing happens in your browser, the limit depends on your device's available memory. Most devices handle files up to 100 MB without issues. Very large files may be slower on older devices.

Can I convert password-protected or DRM files?

No. DRM-protected files and password-locked PDFs cannot be converted. You must have the legal right and unrestricted access to convert any file.

Is the converter free to use?

Yes. EPUB Converter is completely free with no file limits, no watermarks, and no sign-up required.

Which browsers are supported?

All modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend using the latest version for best performance and compatibility.

Can I convert multiple files at once?

Currently the tool converts one file at a time. Select a new file after each conversion to process additional documents.

How do I add a cover image to my EPUB?

You can upload a JPG or PNG cover image in step 2 of the conversion form. For PDFs, the converter can also auto-detect a full-page cover image on page 1.

EPUB Converter

Convert PDF to EPUB

Convert PDF to EPUB locally in your browser. No uploads, no tracking, no server processing.

Best for text-based PDFs. Scanned PDFs without OCR may be limited.

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Optional settings

Your files stay on your device. No uploads, no server processing.

PDF → EPUB

Our PDF to EPUB converter extracts text, headings, and images from your PDF files and repackages them into a reflowable EPUB. Text-based PDFs produce the best results — the converter preserves paragraph structure, detects chapters from heading patterns, and can even identify cover images on the first page automatically. Scanned PDFs (image-only) have limited text extraction unless OCR has been applied beforehand. For best results, use PDFs exported from word processors or typesetting software.

Tips

Check that text in your PDF is selectable (not a scanned image).
Use the 'Flow text' option to merge broken lines from multi-column layouts.
Add a cover image manually if the first page is not a full-page graphic.
Set the correct language metadata for proper hyphenation in readers.

Use cases

Academic papers, reports, manuals, novels exported from InDesign or LaTeX, government documents, and any text-heavy PDF you want to read on an e-reader.

Supported conversions

PDF → EPUB
Best for text-based PDFs. Scanned PDFs without OCR may be limited.
DOCX → EPUB
Preserves headings and basic formatting.
Markdown → EPUB
Great for notes and documentation.
TXT → EPUB
Clean text conversion with optional heuristics.
HTML → EPUB
Sanitized HTML to EPUB.

Convert to EPUB

Frequently asked questions

Are my files uploaded to a server?: No. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device.
What about scanned PDFs?: Scanned PDFs (image-only) without OCR text layers will produce limited or no text extraction. For best results, apply OCR to your PDF before converting.
Does the output work with Kindle?: EPUB files can be sent directly to newer Kindle devices via the Send to Kindle feature, or emailed to your Kindle address. Older Kindles may need a MOBI/KFX conversion through Amazon's service.
What is the difference between EPUB2 and EPUB3?: EPUB3 is the modern standard supporting HTML5 and CSS3, including audio, video, and better accessibility. EPUB2 is a legacy format for older readers. We recommend EPUB3 for all new conversions.
What is the maximum file size I can convert?: Since all processing happens in your browser, the limit depends on your device's available memory. Most devices handle files up to 100 MB without issues. Very large files may be slower on older devices.
Can I convert password-protected or DRM files?: No. DRM-protected files and password-locked PDFs cannot be converted. You must have the legal right and unrestricted access to convert any file.
Is the converter free to use?: Yes. EPUB Converter is completely free with no file limits, no watermarks, and no sign-up required.
Which browsers are supported?: All modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend using the latest version for best performance and compatibility.
Can I convert multiple files at once?: Currently the tool converts one file at a time. Select a new file after each conversion to process additional documents.
How do I add a cover image to my EPUB?: You can upload a JPG or PNG cover image in step 2 of the conversion form. For PDFs, the converter can also auto-detect a full-page cover image on page 1.