OCR PDF Free Online - Extract Text from Scans

Turn scanned documents and images into searchable, selectable PDF files.

How it works:

  • Extract Text: Uses Tesseract OCR to recognize text from scanned images or PDFs.
  • Searchable Output: Creates a new PDF with an invisible text layer, making your document fully searchable while preserving the original appearance.
  • Character Filtering: Use whitelists to filter out unwanted characters and improve accuracy for specific document types (invoices, forms, etc.).
  • Multi-language Support: Select multiple languages for documents containing mixed language content.

Click to select PDF or drag and drop

Your files never leave your device.

How to Use PDF OCR

1

Upload Scanned PDF

Select or drag your scanned document into the tool.

2

Select Language

Choose the language of the text in your document for better accuracy.

3

Download Searchable PDF

Get a new PDF where you can search, copy, and select the text.

Why use ApexPDF OCR?

Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology unlocks the content of scanned documents. Use ApexPDF to make your old scans searchable and editable without retyping a single word.

Our advaced OCR runs directly in your browser. This means your confidential documents are processed locally on your machine, ensuring maximum privacy and security.

Searchable Text

Find keywords instantly within your scanned documents.

Multi-Language

Support for multiple languages ensures accurate text recognition.

Copy & Paste

Select text from your scans and copy it to other applications.

100% Free

Extract text from as many pages as you need without any cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is ocr pdf really free?

Yes! ApexPDF is 100% free with no hidden fees, no signup required, and unlimited file processing.

Are my files private and secure?

Absolutely! All processing happens in your browser. Your files never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy.

Is there a file size limit?

No! Process files of any size, as many times as you want, completely free.