OCR PDF
Make a scanned PDF searchable and selectable with optical character recognition.
🔒 Your files are processed securely over HTTPS and deleted automatically after your download.
A scanned PDF is really just a picture of text — you can't search it, select it, or copy from it. OCR reads the characters in the image and adds a searchable text layer, turning static scans into documents you can actually work with.
How to use OCR PDF
- Upload the scanned PDF you want to make searchable.
- Click Process to run optical character recognition.
- A selectable, searchable text layer is added over the scan.
- Download the searchable PDF — now you can find and copy its text.
Frequently asked questions
Which languages does OCR recognise?
It reads standard printed Latin-script text well. Clear, high-resolution scans give the most accurate results.
Can I copy and search the text afterwards?
Yes. OCR adds a text layer so you can select, copy, and search the words in your scanned PDF.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes. You can use it for free with no account required and no watermark added to your file.
Are my files kept private?
Your file is sent over an encrypted HTTPS connection, processed on the server, and deleted automatically right after your download. Nothing is stored or shared.