Free OCR PDF Tool – Convert Scanned PDFs to Text Online

Use our fast and free online OCR PDF tool to extract editable text from scanned PDF documents. Powered by Tesseract.js and PDF.js, this browser-based solution requires no installation, works offline, and ensures your data stays private.

Why Use Our PDF OCR Tool?

• Free & Online: Convert scanned PDFs to text with no software installation.
• High Accuracy: Optical Character Recognition (OCR) powered by open-source Tesseract.js.
• Fast Processing: Extract text from scanned documents in seconds.
• Secure & Private: All processing is done in your browser. Your files never leave your device.
• Multi-Page Support: Extract text from every page in your PDF.

How to Extract Text from a Scanned PDF

1. Upload your scanned PDF document using the file selector above.
2. Click the “Start OCR” button to begin extracting text.
3. Wait a few seconds while we process the pages in your browser.
4. View and copy your extracted text in the results section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OCR in a PDF?

OCR (Optical Character Recognition) is a technology that converts scanned images of text in PDF files into editable, searchable content.

Can I convert a scanned PDF to text for free?

Yes. This tool is 100% free and runs in your browser, allowing you to convert scanned PDFs into editable text with no cost or data tracking.

Is this OCR PDF tool secure?

Yes. All processing is done client-side in your browser using JavaScript. Your files are never uploaded to any server.

Do I need to install any software?

No. Our tool works completely online. Just open the page, upload your file, and extract text.