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OCR PDF

Optical Character Recognition (OCR) analyzes scanned documents and photos, injecting an accurate searchable text layer over the image.

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Runs directly inside your browser with WebAssembly for zero latency and instant processing.

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No hidden watermarks, no mandatory signups, and no limits on essential everyday PDF workflows.

How to OCR PDF in 3 Simple Steps

1

Upload your scanned PDF document.

2

Select the primary language of the text.

3

Click 'Apply OCR' to generate a searchable, copy-pasteable PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which languages are supported for OCR?

Over 25 languages are supported including English, Spanish, French, German, Hindi, Portuguese, and Indonesian.

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