OCR PDF & Extract Text Online
Extract searchable and editable text from scanned PDF documents, receipts, and photos using client-side Optical Character Recognition (OCR) powered by Tesseract.js.
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How to OCR PDF
Follow these 3 simple steps to process your files securely in your browser:
Upload scanned document
Select your scanned PDF or document image.
Select language & run OCR
Choose document language (English, Spanish, French, etc.) and begin text recognition.
Copy or export text
View recognized text, copy it to clipboard, or download as a text file.
Why Use PDF Saver to OCR PDF?
On-Device Optical Recognition
Recognizes typography and text directly in your browser.
Multi-Language Support
Supports English, Spanish, German, French, and international character sets.
One-Click Text Copy
Copy extracted paragraphs straight to clipboard or save as clean text files.
Complete Privacy for Scans
Confidential invoices, receipts, and ID documents are never sent across the web.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the text recognition?
For clear scanned documents and photos with high contrast, recognition accuracy is typically over 95%.
Are my sensitive scanned documents uploaded to any AI server?
No. The OCR engine runs locally inside your browser via WebAssembly, ensuring total data privacy.
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