OCR — Scan to Text
Extract text from scanned PDFs and images with in-browser OCR (Tesseract) — 100+ languages including Bangla. Nothing is uploaded.
Runs in your browser — your file never leaves your deviceDrag & drop files here
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Processed entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
Which languages does OCR support?
12 languages including English, Bangla, Spanish, French, German, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Arabic, Russian and Hindi — pick the one matching your document for the best accuracy.
Will OCR work on a photo of a document, not just a scan?
Yes, as long as the text is reasonably legible — sharp focus and even lighting give noticeably better results than a blurry or shadowed photo.
Does OCR change how the PDF looks?
No — the original page images are untouched. OCR adds an invisible, searchable text layer underneath, so the PDF looks identical but you can now select, search and copy the text.
Is OCR — Scan to Text free to use?
Yes — OCR — Scan to Text is completely free with no limits, no watermarks and no sign-up. It runs in your browser, so there is nothing to pay for.
Are my files uploaded or stored anywhere?
No. This tool does all its work locally in your browser using your own device's power. Your files never leave your device and we never see them.
Do I need to install anything or create an account?
No installation and no account needed. OCR — Scan to Text works on any modern browser — Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
How do I use OCR — Scan to Text?
Open the tool, add your file (or paste your content), adjust any options, then press “Run OCR”. Your result is ready to download in seconds.
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