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PDF OCR

Read English text from scans and create searchable PDFs.

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English OCR, up to 20 selected pages per run. Recognition can be inaccurate. PDF output contains page images plus recognized text; original forms, links and signatures are not kept.

Choose a file to get started

Drag and drop, or choose from your device. Up to 50 MB.

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PDF OCR: how it works

Recognize English text from selected PDF pages or a JPG/PNG image on your device. Export searchable pages or a text file.

  1. 1

    Choose a PDF or a clear, upright image.

  2. 2

    Select up to 20 PDF pages and choose searchable PDF or text.

  3. 3

    Run OCR, check the result and save it.

Before you start: English OCR, up to 20 selected pages per run. Recognition can be inaccurate. PDF output contains page images plus recognized text; original forms, links and signatures are not kept.

PDF OCR FAQs

Will OCR recognize handwriting and every language?

This release includes English OCR. It works best with clear printed text; handwriting, small print, tables and mixed layouts need careful review.

Are my documents uploaded?

Local PDF tools process documents in your browser. Choosing a file alone does not upload it. Server conversion sends the chosen file only after you confirm; server AI sends extracted text only after consent. Download your output before closing the page; there is no cloud document library.

Are my PDFs encrypted?

The website uses HTTPS to encrypt the connection. Local processing does not automatically password-encrypt your input or downloaded PDF. No website can guarantee 100% security; use a trusted device and keep your original files.

How do I save a PDF on an iPhone?

After creating the result, use Save / Share and choose Save to Files. If a download opens a preview, use the browser’s Share control to save a copy.