OCR PDF
Make scanned PDFs searchable with OCR.
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Privacy: Your files are processed entirely in your browser and are never uploaded to any server. All data is automatically cleared after processing.
How it works
Upload
Drop your file into the upload area above.
Process
OCR PDF runs instantly in your browser — no waiting for server processing.
Download
Download your Searchable PDF. Your files are then automatically deleted from memory.
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About OCR PDF
OCR PDF runs optical character recognition (Tesseract) on scanned documents or images to make them searchable and selectable. The output keeps the original page images but adds an invisible text layer on top. Fully private — runs entirely in your browser.
Why use OCR PDF?
- Tesseract OCR in your browser.
- Invisible text layer over original images.
- Supports English, Arabic, French, Spanish, German.
- No upload — documents stay private.
- Free with no watermark.
When to use OCR PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my document uploaded to a server?
No. OCR PDF runs Tesseract entirely in your browser. Your document is rendered and recognized locally, so it never leaves your device.
What does the output PDF look like?
The output keeps the original page images so it looks identical to the scan, but an invisible text layer is added on top. This lets you search, select, and copy the recognized text in any PDF reader.
Why is OCR slow?
OCR is computationally intensive and runs on your device. Larger documents and higher quality settings take longer. For best speed, use Medium quality for documents with clear, large text.
Which languages are supported?
English, Arabic, French, Spanish, and German are available. Match the language to your document for the best recognition accuracy.