Offline Tool

Free OCR PDF Tool

Make scanned PDFs and images searchable. Convert text instantly in your browser without uploading.

Upload Scanned File

PDF, JPG, PNG supported. Processed Locally.

Secure Fast Tesseract Engine No Uploads

How to Convert Scanned PDF to Text

1

Upload Scan

Select your scanned PDF or image (JPG/PNG). We support heavy files too.

2

Choose Language

Select the language of your document (e.g., Hindi, English) for better accuracy.

3

Download

Get a searchable PDF file where you can select, copy, and search text.

Why use our OCR Tool?

Make PDFs Searchable

Turn flat images into text-selectable documents. Perfect for archiving and searching through old records.

Multilingual Support

We use the Tesseract engine which supports multiple languages including Hindi and English.

FAQ

Is this OCR tool free?

Yes, it is 100% free and runs entirely in your browser. No limits on usage.

Is my document safe?

Absolutely. We use Client-side OCR. Your file is processed by your own computer and never uploaded to any server.

Free OCR PDF Online: Convert Scanned Documents to Text

In the digital age, having documents in a "flat" image format is a productivity killer. You can't search for keywords, you can't copy text, and screen readers can't read them. The PDF Mechanic offers a powerful Free OCR PDF Online tool that solves this problem instantly. Using advanced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology, we convert your scanned PDFs and images into fully searchable text documents.

What is Client-Side OCR?

Most online OCR tools ask you to upload your sensitive documents to their cloud servers for processing. This creates a security risk. Our tool is different. We utilize Tesseract.js, a powerful OCR engine that runs directly inside your web browser. This means when you use our image to text converter, your data never leaves your device. It is the safest way to digitize bank statements, legal contracts, and personal ID proofs.

Extract Text from Images and Scans

Whether you have a photo of a book page (JPG/PNG) or a multi-page scanned PDF, our tool handles it all. It overlays a transparent text layer on top of your original image. This preserves the visual look of the document while allowing you to use Ctrl+F to find information instantly. We support multiple languages including English, Hindi, Spanish, and more, making it a versatile tool for students and professionals alike.

Performance Tip

Since the processing happens on your device, the speed depends on your computer's power. For very large documents (50+ pages), it might take a few minutes. Please keep the tab open until the process completes.