How to Convert PDF to Word Using an API

Learn how to programmatically convert PDF documents to editable Word files. Perfect for document automation, data extraction, and content management systems.

Why Convert PDF to Word Programmatically?

Manual PDF to Word conversion is time-consuming and error-prone. An API solution lets you:

Automate batch processing - Convert hundreds of PDFs without manual intervention
Integrate into workflows - Connect with your CMS, CRM, or document management system
Maintain consistency - Same quality conversion every time
Scale on demand - Handle peak loads without additional resources

Quick Start: cURL Example

Here's the simplest way to convert a PDF to Word:

curl -X POST "https://api.chargedapi.com/convert" \
  -H "X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -F "file=@document.pdf" \
  -F "output_format=docx" \
  -o converted.docx

Python Example

import requests

api_key = "YOUR_API_KEY"
url = "https://api.chargedapi.com/convert"

with open("document.pdf", "rb") as f:
    response = requests.post(
        url,
        headers={"X-API-Key": api_key},
        files={"file": f},
        data={"output_format": "docx"}
    )

with open("converted.docx", "wb") as f:
    f.write(response.content)

print("Conversion complete!")

Node.js Example

const FormData = require('form-data');
const fs = require('fs');
const axios = require('axios');

const form = new FormData();
form.append('file', fs.createReadStream('document.pdf'));
form.append('output_format', 'docx');

const response = await axios.post(
  'https://api.chargedapi.com/convert',
  form,
  {
    headers: {
      'X-API-Key': 'YOUR_API_KEY',
      ...form.getHeaders()
    },
    responseType: 'arraybuffer'
  }
);

fs.writeFileSync('converted.docx', response.data);

Supported Formats

ChargedAPI supports conversion between 25+ document formats:

Input Formats

PDF, DOCX, DOC, XLSX, XLS, PPTX, PPT, HTML, TXT, RTF, ODT, ODS, ODP

Output Formats

PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, HTML, TXT, PNG, JPG, SVG

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert PDF to Word via API?

Send a POST request to the /convert endpoint with your PDF file and output_format=docx. The API returns the converted Word document.

Does the API preserve formatting when converting PDF to Word?

Yes, ChargedAPI preserves tables, images, fonts, and layout during PDF to Word conversion with high accuracy.

How much does PDF to Word conversion cost?

Each conversion uses 1 API credit. Free tier includes 50 credits/month. Paid plans start at $19/month for 500 credits.