OCR PDF
Easily convert scanned PDFs into searchable and selectable documents.
or drop files here
Your files are processed in your browser and never uploaded to any server.
How to use OCR PDF
- 1Select a scanned PDF or image files.
- 2Choose the document language(s).
- 3Click “OCR PDF” and download a searchable PDF or plain text.
About OCR PDF
Optical character recognition reads the text in your scans and adds an invisible text layer, so you can search, select and copy text while the page looks exactly the same.
- No upload – 100% private processing on your device
- Free with no watermark and no sign-up
- Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS
Frequently asked questions
Which languages are supported?
More than 20 languages including English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, French, German, Spanish and Chinese. You can select several languages for mixed documents.
Is OCR PDF free to use?
Yes, completely free. No registration, no watermarks and no daily limits.
Are my files safe?
Your files never leave your device. All processing happens locally in your web browser, so nothing is uploaded to any server.
Does it work on mobile phones?
Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows, Mac and Linux – no app installation needed.