OCR PDF

Make scanned PDFs searchable and selectable.

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About OCR PDF

Make scanned PDFs searchable with optical character recognition (OCR). Convert image-based pages into selectable, searchable text.

OCR PDF features

Recognize text in scanned PDF pages.
Create searchable text from page images.
Support document search and copying.

When to use OCR PDF

Make scanned letters, receipts, forms, and archived records searchable.

How to use OCR PDF online

Step 1. Upload your file using the drag-and-drop area above.
Step 2. Adjust any settings, then start processing.
Step 3. Download your result instantly — free, with no watermarks.

Check the downloaded result

OCR accuracy depends on scan quality, language, orientation, and typography. Proofread names, numbers, and tables before relying on recognized text.

File privacy and processing

This tool processes your file locally in your browser. The source document is not uploaded to PDFHill for processing, although your browser may download the tool libraries needed to perform the task. Read our file safety overview.

Frequently asked questions

Is this tool free?

Yes. PDFHill tools are free to use and PDFHill does not add a watermark to your downloaded file.

Do I need an account?

No sign-up is required for most PDFHill tools.

Will my original file be changed?

No. PDFHill creates a new download. Your original file stays as it was on your device.

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