How to use the OCR PDF
- Open – Choose the scanned PDF.
- Languages – Pick the document's languages.
- Download – Get a searchable PDF, Word or TXT.
About OCR PDF
Scanned PDFs are just pictures: you can't search, select or copy their text. OCR PDF reads every page with Tesseract in your browser and adds an invisible text layer on top, so the PDF looks the same but becomes searchable in any viewer. You can also export the text to Word or TXT. Pages that already contain text are skipped automatically.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free?
Yes. Free with no sign-up, no watermark and no hidden limits on pages or files beyond what your device can handle.
Are my files uploaded?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser – your file never leaves your device and works even with a weak connection once the page has loaded.
How many pages?
Up to 50 pages per run – about 3–10 seconds per page depending on your device.
Does it change how my PDF looks?
No. The text layer is invisible; the scanned image stays exactly the same.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It works in any modern browser on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.