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Extract text from scanned PDFs using OCR — fully browser-based (files stay on your device).

Files Stay on Your Device Browser-Based Processing Free Multi-Language
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Upload scanUpload a scanned PDF or image file to extract text from.
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OCR processesText is extracted from the image layer using OCR.
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Copy textUse the extracted searchable text however you need.
Tip: OCR can be slow for large PDFs. For best accuracy, use clear scans (300 DPI+).
Extracted Text

What is PDF OCR?

OCR (Optical Character Recognition) converts scanned documents (image-based PDFs) into selectable and searchable text. It is useful for assignments, invoices, contracts, printed books, and old documents.

How to Use

Upload a scanned PDF, choose the language that best matches the document, and start OCR. After processing, review the extracted text, then copy it or download it as a TXT file if you need to edit or archive it. OCR is most useful when the PDF came from a scanner, camera app, or old image-based file where normal text selection does not work. Clear scans with readable contrast usually give better results than dark, blurry, or low-resolution pages.

Privacy & Security

DailyToolStack OCR runs directly in your browser. Your file is not uploaded, stored, or shared — making it safe for personal documents and sensitive PDFs.

FAQ

When do I need OCR instead of normal PDF extraction?
Use OCR when the PDF is made of scanned images and you cannot highlight or copy the text normally.
Does scan quality affect accuracy?
Yes. Clear, straight, high-contrast scans usually produce better text than dark or blurry pages.
Can I save the extracted text?
Yes. You can copy the text immediately or download it as a TXT file for later cleanup.

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