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OCR PDF

PDFFREE · NO SIGNUP

Make scanned PDFs searchable with text recognition

OCR PDF makes scanned documents searchable by recognising the text inside the images. Turn a picture-based PDF into one you can search and copy from.

How to use OCR PDF

  1. 01Upload the scanned PDF.
  2. 02Run OCR and let the tool detect the text.
  3. 03Download a searchable PDF.

Frequently asked questions

What does OCR do?
It reads text from scanned images so the PDF becomes searchable and the text can be selected.
Does it work with photos of documents?
Yes, as long as the text is reasonably clear and legible.
Is it free?
Yes, OCR is free with no sign-up.
Will my layout change?
No. A text layer is added behind the original image, so the look stays the same.