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OCR PDF

Make scanned PDFs searchable and extract their text with OCR.

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PDF · up to 50 MB

Output

Leave empty for all pages. Use commas and ranges.

Process:

Your files are processed temporarily and automatically deleted after processing.

How to use OCR PDF

  1. 1

    Upload your file

    Drag and drop your file into the upload area or click "Choose file".

  2. 2

    Choose your options

    Adjust the settings and click "Run OCR".

  3. 3

    Download the result

    Your file is ready in seconds. Download it – files are deleted automatically.

Frequently asked questions

Is OCR PDF free?

Yes. OCR PDF is completely free. There is no registration, no subscription and no watermark on your files.

Are my files safe?

Whenever possible your file is processed directly in your browser and never leaves your device. When server processing is needed, files are deleted automatically right after processing.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. The tool works in any modern browser on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iPhone – nothing to install.

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