What is PDF OCR?
Free online PDF OCR to recognize text in PDFs using OCR technology. Supports scanned documents and image-based PDFs. Export to text or Word format. All processing happens locally in your browser.
Use Cases
- ◆Office document processing
- ◆Contract file management
- ◆Academic paper processing
- ◆Ebook creation
- ◆Report document sharing
How to Use
- 1Open the PDF OCR tool page
- 2Upload file or paste content into the input box
- 3Select the processing options and parameters you need
- 4Click the process button to start conversion
- 5Preview results and download to local
Features
- ✓Completely free
- ✓No registration required
- ✓Browser-based processing
- ✓Privacy and security protected
- ✓Fast processing
- ✓Responsive design
- ✓Multi-language support
- ✓One-click operation
FAQ
What is PDF OCR?
PDF OCR is a browser-based tool for pdf ocr tasks. All processing happens locally — no uploads, no registration required.
What happens to my data after processing?
Nothing. Data stays in your browser session and is deleted when you close the tab. No server storage, no analytics tracking, no data retention. Your privacy is absolute.
Will my data be uploaded to servers?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser. Data is never uploaded to any server, protecting your privacy and security.
Which browsers are supported?
Supports all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend using the latest version for the best experience.
Can I use it on mobile?
Yes. The tool features responsive design and works perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops.
Is there a PDF size limit?
We recommend keeping PDF files under 100MB for the best experience. Larger files may work but will be slower.
Will PDF quality decrease after processing?
We use high-quality processing algorithms to preserve original quality as much as possible. Compression tools balance file size and quality.