How to use this tool
- Drop in a PDF.
- GetByteRush scans it for embedded file attachments automatically.
- Save individual files, or download all of them as a ZIP.
Frequently asked questions
- What counts as a "PDF attachment"?
- A file embedded directly inside the PDF as a separate object — not an image or content on a page, but a genuinely separate file (a spreadsheet, a source document, anything) that a PDF author attached to the document. Most PDFs don't have any; this is common for things like invoices with an embedded XML copy, or reports with supporting data files attached.
- What if my PDF has no attachments?
- You'll see a message saying so — this tool never invents a result. Most PDFs genuinely have zero attachments to find.
- Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
- No — everything happens entirely in your browser. The file never leaves your device.
How GetByteRush compares
Most free tools for this online work the same way: you upload your file to their server, wait, then download the result — which means your file (and often your email, for a "free" account) sits on someone else's infrastructure. Here's the actual difference:
| Feature | GetByteRush | Typical online tools |
|---|---|---|
| PDF ever leaves your device | No — extracted in this tab | Yes, uploaded to process |
| Account required | Never | Often, past a certain usage level |
("Typical online tools" reflects publicly documented behavior of common free file-processing sites as of 2026 — always check a specific competitor's own privacy policy and pricing page, since these details change.)