BankFormats

What it is

BankFormats is a bank statement converter that transforms PDF bank statements into structured spreadsheets in Excel (.xlsx) or CSV format. The tool automatically reads and extracts transaction data including date, description, debit, credit, balance, and reference information from statements issued by over 1000 banks worldwide, including major institutions like Chase, HSBC, Barclays, ING, Rabobank, and ABN AMRO.

The service includes OCR technology to handle both text-based and scanned bank statements. Files are processed instantly on EU-based servers and automatically deleted after conversion, with full GDPR compliance. Users can preview conversions for free without creating an account, and receive 3 free pages upon signup. The tool is designed for accountants, bookkeepers, small business owners, and individuals who need to reconcile accounts, track cash flow, or prepare tax documentation.

Questions from the bench

How accurate is the PDF to Excel conversion?

The converter uses advanced PDF parsing algorithms to achieve high accuracy. For best results, use text-based PDFs rather than scanned ones. The tool verifies balances and flags inconsistencies, and users should review the output before importing to accounting software.

Which bank statements are supported?

Over 1000 banks are supported including ING, Rabobank, ABN AMRO, bunq, Knab, SNS, ASN Bank, Triodos and Revolut in Europe, and HSBC, Barclays, Chase in other regions. If a statement is a PDF with a transaction table, the converter can read it.

Can you convert scanned or image-based PDFs?

Yes, the converter includes OCR technology to extract text from scanned bank statements. However, accuracy may vary depending on scan quality, so native PDF statements are recommended for best results.

What Excel format do you export to?

Files are exported to modern XLSX format with organized columns: Date, Description, Debit, Credit, Balance, and Reference. The file opens in Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice, and other major spreadsheet applications.

Is my financial data safe and private?

Files are processed securely on EU-based servers with strict GDPR compliance. Data is automatically deleted after conversion and is never stored or sold.