Drag & drop or click to select a PDF or image file (Max 50MB)
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How to OCR (Text Recognition) Online for Free
Extract readable and editable text from your scanned PDF documents and image files with our free online OCR tool. Convert your non-searchable PDFs into searchable and selectable text, making it easy to copy, edit, and reuse content from scanned documents. All processing is done securely in your browser, ensuring your files remain private.
How to OCR (Text Recognition)
- Upload your PDF or image file by dragging it into the dropzone or clicking to select a file.
- Choose the scope of OCR: all pages, a single page, or a specific page range (for PDFs).
- Click the 'Extract Text' button. Our OCR engine will process the visual content and convert it into text.
- Once processed, the extracted text will appear in the text area. You can then copy it to your clipboard or save it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to OCR a PDF or image?
Yes, our OCR tool is completely free to use. You can extract text from as many PDFs and images as you need without any hidden costs or limitations.
Are my files secure when using OCR?
Absolutely. Your privacy is our top priority. All OCR processing happens directly in your web browser. Your files are never uploaded to our servers, ensuring your documents remain confidential.
What is the accuracy of the OCR tool?
The accuracy of our OCR tool depends heavily on the quality of the uploaded file. For best results, we recommend using high-resolution scans with clear, well-defined text. Blurry or low-quality images may result in lower accuracy.
Can I OCR multiple pages from a PDF?
Yes, you can choose to OCR all pages of a PDF, a single specific page, or a custom range of pages. The extracted text from multiple pages will be concatenated with clear page separators.
What languages does the OCR tool support?
Currently, our OCR tool primarily supports English. We are working to expand language support in the future.