Use It Anywhere
No installation is needed. It's completely web-based—just open the website on your browser, upload your file, and convert. Works on all devices including Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android.
Easily Make Your PDFs Searchable with Our Free OCR Tool
Need to extract text from a scanned PDF or image? Our online PDF OCR tool does it for you—quickly, securely, and without installing a thing. Just upload your document, and in seconds, you'll have a searchable PDF or editable text file ready to go.Why Use Our OCR Tool?
Our advanced OCR technology makes it easy to extract text from scanned documents and convert them into searchable, editable formats.
How to Use
Simple steps to enhance your PDF documents
Step 1
Upload your scanned PDF or image.
Step 2
Select your language and desired output format (PDF, Word, Excel, or plain text).
Step 3
Hit "Start OCR" and wait for processing to complete.
Step 4
Preview Your Results Review your searchable document to verify the text recognition accuracy and formatting.
Step 5
Download your new file—searchable and editable. For streamlined document sharing, generate a digital access link with adjustable privacy settings - make it publicly available, implement password security, or set automatic expiration for temporary access privileges.
Step 6
Download your new file—searchable and editable. For streamlined document sharing, generate a digital access link with adjustable privacy settings - make it publicly available, implement password security, or set automatic expiration for temporary access privileges.
Key Features
Discover what makes our tool powerful and easy to use
Simple to Use
No tech skills required. Drag and drop your file, click "Convert," and you're done.
Completely Free
No subscriptions, no sign-ups, no watermarks—just clean, usable text.
Accurate Recognition
We use advanced OCR technology to ensure high accuracy, even with low-quality scans.
Works Anywhere
Whether you're on a phone, tablet, or computer, our browser-based tool is ready to go—Mac, Windows, iOS, or Android.
Secure and Private
Files are encrypted and automatically deleted after processing. Your data stays yours.
✨Perfect for Work, School, or Anything Else
Digitizing books or paperwork
Converting lecture notes into text
Extracting data from invoices and forms
Creating accessible digital archives
Ready to Convert Your Scanned Documents?
Try our free OCR tool now and turn your static scans into searchable, editable documents in seconds.
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Secure and Private
We take your privacy seriously. All uploads are encrypted, and your files are automatically deleted from our servers shortly after processing—usually within an hour.
Tool FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We are here to answer your questions!
Got questions about our tool features? We've gathered answers to the most common inquiries. Need more help? Reach out to our team.
What is OCR and why do I need it for my PDFs?
OCR (Optical Character Recognition) is a technology that reads text from scanned images or PDFs and converts it into editable and searchable content. If your PDF is a scan or image-based, OCR helps you turn that into usable text you can search, copy, or edit.
Is your PDF OCR tool really free?
Yes! Our OCR tool is 100% free to use. No sign-ups, no hidden fees, and no watermarks on your files.
Can I convert scanned PDFs into searchable text?
Absolutely. Our tool turns scanned PDFs into searchable files so you can easily find information using Ctrl+F or Spotlight Search.
Will the formatting of my original PDF be preserved?
Yes, our OCR engine does its best to retain the original formatting of your document when converting to formats like Word or searchable PDFs.
What types of files can I upload?
You can upload scanned PDFs (single or multipage), images (JPG, PNG, TIFF, BMP), and files up to 50MB (for larger sizes, try compressing or splitting your document).
How secure is my data?
We take your privacy seriously. All uploads are encrypted, and your files are automatically deleted from our servers shortly after processing—usually within an hour.
Do I need to install anything to use this tool?
No installation is needed. It's completely web-based—just open the website on your browser, upload your file, and convert.
Does this OCR tool support multiple languages?
Yes, we support over 40 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Arabic, and more. You can select your language before processing for better accuracy.
Can I convert images to editable Word or Excel files?
Definitely. You can choose to convert your scanned PDFs or images into editable formats like Microsoft Word, Excel, or plain text.
Are there any limits to how many files I can convert?
We don't impose daily limits for most users. However, to prevent abuse and ensure fast service for everyone, we may apply temporary limits during peak times. For high-volume use, contact us for extended access.
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