PDF-to-DOCX API for Word document conversion workflows

Use Nutrient DWS to convert PDF files into DOCX and Word documents when the workflow needs editable Office output instead of static PDF pages. Start with a cloud PDF-to-DOCX API built for contract editing, report reuse, document migration, and Office conversion workflows.

Convert PDF into editable DOCX output

Use a PDF-to-DOCX API when the workflow needs editable Word output for contracts, reports, templates, and document-update pipelines.

Built for API-driven Office conversion

Use REST, Postman, JavaScript, Python, Java, C#, PHP, or HTTP to automate PDF-to-Word conversion inside document migration and Office export workflows.

Fast path from evaluation to implementation

Connect DOCX conversion to getting started, pricing, and the broader Office converter hub so teams can validate the right output path without dead ends.

Used by Lufthansa, Disney, Autodesk, UBS, Dropbox, IBM
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Disney
Autodesk
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Dropbox
IBM

Try it out

This example will convert your uploaded PDF file to a DOCX.


Try it out in three steps

  1. Add a PDF file named document.pdf to your project folder.
  2. Run the code from the same folder.
  3. Open result.docx in your project folder to view the results.
curl -X POST https://api.nutrient.io/build \
-H "Authorization: Bearer your_api_key_here" \
-o result.docx \
--fail \
-F document=@document.pdf \
-F instructions='{
"parts": [
{
"file": "document"
}
],
"output": {
"type": "docx"
}
}'

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No document storage

No input or resulting documents are stored on our infrastructure. All files are deleted as soon as a request finishes. Alternatively, check out our self-hosted product.

HTTPS encryption

All communication between your application and Nutrient is done via HTTPS to ensure your data is encrypted when it’s sent to us.

Safe payment processing

All payments are handled by Paddle. Nutrient DWS Processor API never has direct access to any of your payment data.

Frequently asked questions

Does the PDF-to-DOCX API preserve formatting?

Yes. Layout, text, and tables are carried into an editable DOCX file so the converted Word document stays close to the original PDF and is ready for editing.

Is there a free tier for the PDF-to-DOCX API?

Yes. You can start free with Nutrient DWS credits and run conversions without a credit card. Then move to Processor API pricing as your volume grows.

Can I convert scanned PDFs to DOCX?

Yes. Pair the conversion with the Processor API’s OCR step to recognize text in scanned pages and produce an editable DOCX instead of a flat image.

Does the PDF-to-DOCX API support Java, Python, and Node.js?

Yes. It’s a REST API you can call from any language, with ready-to-use examples in Python, Java, C#, PHP, and JavaScript for fast integration.

What is the file size limit for PDF-to-DOCX conversion?

The Processor API is built to handle large documents. For current per-request size limits, see the Processor API reference and pricing documentation.


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