Summarize a PDF with AI
Turn a long report, research paper, contract, or handbook into a clear summary without uploading the original PDF file. 1PDF extracts selectable text inside your browser, labels it by page, and sends only that extracted text to a third-party AI service after you click summarize. You receive a concise overview plus key points, decisions, risks, obligations, and next steps that are easier to scan and share.
AI document assistant
Fast document intelligence using third-party AI
Choose one PDF or drag it here
Text is extracted locally · up to 100 MB
Your original PDF stays in this browser.
Only extracted text is sent to third-party AI providers after you start the task. Zero-data-retention routing is requested where supported. Do not submit highly sensitive material.
How to ai summarize
- Choose one PDF; its readable text is extracted locally in your browser.
- Review the privacy notice, then click “Summarize PDF” to send only the extracted text for analysis.
- Read the generated overview and key points, then copy the result wherever you need it.
Frequently asked questions
Is my original PDF uploaded for AI summarization?
No. The PDF file remains in your browser. Only text extracted from readable pages is sent to third-party AI providers after you explicitly start the task.
Can AI Summarize read a scanned PDF?
Image-only scans do not contain selectable text. Run the PDF through an OCR tool first, then summarize the searchable PDF for a more complete result.
Does the summary replace reading the original document?
No. AI can miss nuance or make mistakes, especially in legal, medical, or financial documents. Verify important claims, figures, and obligations against the source PDF.
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