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OCR PDF
Extract text from scanned PDFs Formats: PDF to Searchable PDF.
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OCR PDF
Extract text from scanned PDFs
What does OCR PDF do?
OCR PDF is a browser-based pdf tool that lets you extract text from scanned pdfs. It accepts PDF input and produces Searchable PDF. The file is checked against the displayed input rules before processing, and conversion starts only after you select Start Conversion.
How to OCR PDF Online — 3 Simple Steps
Upload your file
Drag and drop or use the file picker. The tool shows its accepted input types.
Choose your settings
Select output format, quality, and any tool-specific options.
Collect the result
Click Convert and download the processed file when it is ready.
Why Use ConvertFast's OCR PDF?
- Dedicated tools cover merge, split, compression, OCR, and passwords
- Password fields appear only for encrypt and decrypt operations
- Split ranges are required before that request can start
- Multiple merge inputs remain visible before processing
- Files larger than 500 MB are rejected before upload
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use OCR PDF without an account?
Yes. The current ConvertFast OCR PDF opens without registration. The interface rejects files larger than 500 MB before a conversion request is sent.
What happens to my file when I use OCR PDF?
The selected file is sent to the conversion service only after you start the operation. The browser stores job metadata only when you choose to save it to local history. Review the privacy policy before processing sensitive material.
Which formats does OCR PDF support?
OCR PDF accepts PDF input and produces Searchable PDF. The available settings are shown in the converter before processing starts.
Ready? It's Free.
No account required. Input rules appear before you upload.
Open OCR PDF ToolNeed more detail? Read the step-by-step OCR PDF guide.