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PDF OCR Converter

Extract text from scanned PDFs with optical character recognition

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Maximum file size: 100MB

How It Works

1. Upload Scanned PDF

Select your scanned PDF or image-based document to process

2. OCR Processing

Our OCR engine analyzes images and recognizes text with high accuracy

3. Download Searchable PDF

Get your searchable PDF with recognized text layer ready to use

Perfect For

Scanned Documents

Convert paper documents to searchable digital PDFs with OCR technology

Archive Digitization

Transform old records and archives into searchable digital format

Receipt Processing

Extract text from scanned receipts and invoices for easy accounting

Book Scanning

Create searchable digital libraries from scanned books and magazines

Legal Documents

Make scanned contracts and agreements searchable for quick reference

Photo Documentation

Convert photos of documents and whiteboards to searchable text

Why Choose Our OCR Tool?

High Accuracy

Advanced OCR engine achieves 95%+ accuracy on clear scans and documents

Searchable Text

Find any word instantly with full-text search capability

Copy & Edit

Select and copy recognized text just like regular digital documents

Multi-Language

Supports text recognition in multiple languages automatically

Fast Processing

Process documents in seconds with optimized OCR algorithms

Secure Conversion

Files processed securely and automatically deleted after one hour

Frequently Asked Questions

How does PDF OCR work?

Upload your scanned PDF, click "Extract Text with OCR", and our optical character recognition technology analyzes images and recognizes text. The resulting searchable PDF allows you to search, copy, and edit the extracted text.

What types of documents work best with OCR?

OCR works best with clear, high-resolution scanned documents, image-based PDFs, photos of documents, and screenshots. For optimal results, use 300 DPI or higher resolution scans with good contrast and minimal noise.

What languages does OCR support?

Our OCR engine supports multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, and many others. The system automatically detects and recognizes text in various languages with high accuracy.

Is my data secure during OCR processing?

Absolutely. All file uploads and processing are encrypted using SSL/TLS. Files are automatically deleted from our servers after one hour, ensuring your documents remain private and confidential.

Can I search the text after OCR processing?

Yes! The resulting searchable PDF includes a hidden text layer that enables full-text search. You can find any word or phrase instantly, copy text to your clipboard, and even index the document for search engines.