OCR PDF
Make a scanned PDF searchable by recognizing its text (up to 30 pages).
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How to use OCR PDF
Upload a scanned PDF (up to 30 pages) and run OCR — it takes a bit longer on full documents.
Why it helps
Makes a scanned page selectable and searchable while leaving the original image untouched underneath.
No installation required
No desktop compression or OCR software needed — it all runs entirely through the browser.
Your files stay private
Your file is processed and then discarded — nothing is archived after your download finishes.
Works on any device
Whether it's a scanned receipt or a 200-page report, the same tool handles it without extra plugins.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a scanned PDF searchable?
Upload the scanned PDF (up to 30 pages) and run OCR — it adds an invisible, selectable text layer over the existing scan.
Does OCR change how the scanned pages look?
No — the original scanned image stays exactly as it was; OCR only adds a text layer underneath for searching and selecting.
Is there a page limit for OCR?
Yes, OCR currently processes PDFs up to 30 pages per run.