OCR PDF

Convert scanned PDFs and images into selectable, searchable text documents online instantly.

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All processing happens locally on your device — your files are never uploaded to any server.

How to OCR a PDF

Convert scanned images and non-selectable PDFs into searchable text documents.

1. Upload Scanned PDF

Select a PDF or image that contains text you cannot highlight or copy.

2. Run OCR Engine

Click convert. Our local OCR engine will scan the pixels and recognize the text.

3. Download Searchable PDF

Save your new PDF where the text can be perfectly highlighted, copied, and searched.

Frequently Asked Questions

Optical Character Recognition (OCR) usually requires expensive cloud servers. We've ported the engine to WebAssembly so it runs right in your browser.

Is my data private and secure?

Yes, absolutely 100%. By utilizing modern local browser technologies, we process your files directly on your computer or phone. No servers, no uploads, no compromises.

How fast is the processing?

Because there are no uploads or downloads to a remote server, processing is virtually instant. Even large PDF files are processed in milliseconds without eating up your network bandwidth.

Does it support multiple languages?

Yes, the local OCR engine currently supports English, Spanish, French, and German. You can easily select your document's language before uploading to ensure high accuracy.

Are there any limits or watermarks?

Enjoy completely unrestricted access to the tool! You can use it an unlimited number of times for free. We never artificially cap your file sizes, demand subscriptions, or ruin your final documents with unwanted branding or watermarks.