Free Online OCR: Extract Text from Image and PDF

Free online OCR tool to extract text from images and PDFs, right in your browser. Fast, private and no sign-up.

Hold Ctrl/Cmd to select multiple languages.
All OCR runs in your browser. Files are not uploaded to a server.
Drag and drop images or PDFs here, or
Formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP and PDF. Basic multi-file support.

How it works

  1. Select an image or PDF (or drag and drop).
  2. Choose the text language (you can select multiple).
  3. The recognized text appears for you to copy or download.

Benefits

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Are my files uploaded to any server?

No. All processing happens locally in your browser (client-side).

Which formats are supported?

Images (JPG, PNG, WEBP) and PDF documents.

Can I recognize text in multiple languages?

Yes. Use the selector and choose 1 to 3 languages (e.g., Portuguese + English).

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. It works on modern browsers on Android and iOS.