What types of links can be extracted?

The tool extracts all types of links including: HTTP URLs (http://), HTTPS URLs (https://), FTP links (ftp://), and email addresses (user@domain.com). It detects both visible text URLs in cells and hidden hyperlinks attached to cells.

Does it extract hyperlinks or just visible URLs?

Both! The tool extracts visible URLs that appear as text in cells AND hidden hyperlinks that are attached to cells (the links you see when you click on a cell in Excel). This ensures you capture all links, even those hidden behind display text like "Click here".

Can it process multiple worksheets?

Yes, when you upload an Excel file, the tool automatically processes all worksheets. Each extracted link shows which worksheet and cell it came from (e.g., "Sheet1!A5"), making it easy to trace back to the source.

What file formats are supported?

The tool supports .xlsx (Excel 2007+), .xls (Excel 97-2003), and .csv (Comma-Separated Values) files. You can also paste data directly from Excel without uploading a file.

How does duplicate removal work?

The tool automatically removes duplicate URLs. If the same link appears in multiple cells or worksheets, it will only be listed once. However, the location shown will be the first occurrence found.

Can I filter the extracted links?

Yes! You can filter by link type (All, HTTPS, HTTP, Email, FTP) using the tabs. You can also search for specific URLs or domains using the search box. The results update instantly as you type.

What export formats are available?

You can export in three ways: 1) Copy all links to clipboard (plain text, one per line), 2) Download as TXT file with sheet/cell references, 3) Download as CSV with full details (URL, Type, Domain, Sheet, Cell) for further analysis in Excel or other tools.

Is there a limit on file size or number of links?

There is no hard limit on file size or number of links. The tool can handle large Excel files with thousands of links. However, very large files (100MB+) may take longer to process depending on your computer's performance.

Is my data secure? Are files uploaded to a server?

Your data is completely secure. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. No files are uploaded to any server, and no data leaves your computer. You can even use this tool offline once the page is loaded.

Why use this instead of manually copying links?

Manual copying is time-consuming and error-prone, especially with large spreadsheets. This tool: 1) Processes all worksheets automatically, 2) Extracts hidden hyperlinks that aren't visible, 3) Removes duplicates, 4) Provides filtering and search, 5) Tracks source location, 6) Exports in multiple formats. What takes hours manually takes seconds with this tool.

Can I extract links from password-protected Excel files?

No, password-protected Excel files must be unlocked before uploading. Open the file in Excel, remove the password protection, save it, and then upload to this tool.

What if my Excel file has formulas that generate URLs?

The tool extracts the calculated/displayed values from cells, not the formulas themselves. So if a formula generates a URL like "https://example.com", that URL will be extracted. Make sure to save your Excel file with calculated values (not just formulas).

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Excel Link Extractor - Batch Extract URLs & Hyperlinks Tool Introduction

A powerful Excel link extractor that automatically extracts all URLs, hyperlinks, and email addresses from Excel spreadsheets. Whether you need to audit links, collect URLs for SEO analysis, or migrate data, this tool processes thousands of cells in seconds.

Unlike manual copy-paste, this tool intelligently scans all worksheets, extracts both visible text URLs and hidden hyperlinks, and provides detailed information about each link's location (sheet name and cell reference).

Key Features:

Extract URLs from Excel files (.xlsx, .xls, .csv)
Detect both text URLs and Excel hyperlinks
Support HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, and email addresses
Track link location (worksheet and cell reference)
Filter by link type (HTTPS, HTTP, Email, FTP)
Search and filter extracted links
Export as TXT or CSV with full details
Process multiple worksheets automatically
Automatic duplicate removal
Domain extraction and grouping
100% client-side - no data upload

Perfect For:

SEO professionals auditing backlinks
Content managers collecting resource URLs
Data analysts migrating link databases
Researchers organizing reference links
Marketers extracting campaign URLs
Web developers checking broken links

Excel Link Extractor - Batch Extract URLs & Hyperlinks User Guide

How to Use

Method 1: Upload Excel File

Click Upload Button: Select your Excel file (.xlsx, .xls, or .csv)
- Supports files with multiple worksheets
- No file size limit
- Processes all sheets automatically
Automatic Extraction: The tool will:
- Scan all worksheets in the file
- Extract text URLs from cell content
- Extract hidden hyperlinks from cells
- Record the location (Sheet!Cell) of each link
- Remove duplicate links automatically
View Results: See all extracted links with:
- Link type indicator (HTTPS, HTTP, Email, FTP)
- Domain name
- Source location (worksheet and cell)
- Statistics by type

Method 2: Paste Text

Copy from Excel: Select cells in Excel and copy (Ctrl+C / Cmd+C)
Paste into Tool: Paste the content into the text area
Extract Links: Click "Extract Links" button
View Results: All URLs and email addresses will be extracted

Filter and Search

Filter by Type: Click tabs to show only HTTPS, HTTP, Email, or FTP links
Search Links: Use the search box to find specific URLs or domains
View Statistics: See count of each link type at the top

Export Options

Copy All: Copy all filtered links to clipboard (one per line)
Download TXT: Save as plain text file with sheet/cell references
Download CSV: Export with columns: URL, Type, Domain, Sheet, Cell
Copy Individual: Click copy icon next to any link

Use Cases

SEO Link Audit

Extract all backlinks from your link building spreadsheet to check their status, analyze domains, and identify broken links.

Content Resource Collection

Gather all reference URLs from research spreadsheets into a single list for easy access and organization.

Data Migration

Extract links from old Excel databases to import into new systems or CMS platforms.

Email List Extraction

Pull all email addresses from contact spreadsheets for mailing list creation or CRM import.

Link Verification

Export all URLs to check which ones are still active, identify redirects, or verify link quality.

Tips for Best Results

The tool extracts both visible URLs in cell text and hidden hyperlinks
Use filters to focus on specific link types
Export to CSV to preserve all metadata (domain, location, type)
Search by domain to find all links from a specific website
Check the sheet/cell reference to locate links in your original file

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