OCR PDF
Use OCR to make scanned PDF files searchable and selectable online. Upload your PDF and create an OCR-processed file with UsePDF.io.
Drop a PDF for OCR
Upload a scanned PDF. We'll run OCR and return an identical-looking PDF with a hidden text layer so you can search and copy the text.
or drag files here
Supported OCR languages: English and Turkish.
Supported formats
Source PDF
Review the uploaded PDF before running OCR.
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Upload a PDF to begin
Upload a scanned PDF and we'll add a searchable text layer — the result looks identical but you can select, copy and search the text.
OCR settings
We scan each page with Tesseract OCR and embed an invisible text layer. The output looks pixel-perfect identical.
What this tool does
OCR PDF recognizes text in scanned or image-based PDFs so the content becomes easier to search, select, and reuse.
Use OCR for scanned forms, paper documents, book pages, or receipts. OCR quality depends on scan resolution, language, skew, and image clarity.
Upload a PDF and extract readable text, with OCR fallback for scanned pages. UsePDF.io keeps the workflow simple: upload your file, review the result when preview is available, and download the output when processing is complete.
How to use it
- 1Upload a PDF.
- 2Run OCR or text extraction.
- 3Download the processed output.
Supported formats
File privacy: Files are processed only for the action you request. We avoid using document contents for analytics, and you should only upload files you have permission to process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is OCR PDF free to use?
Yes. You can use OCR PDF on UsePDF.io for free with no sign-up required for the basic workflow.
Do I need to create an account?
No. You can start in the browser without creating an account. Some higher-volume limits may require signing in later.
Are my files secure?
Files are processed only to complete your requested task and are not used for analytics, resale, or training. Avoid uploading documents you are not authorized to process.
Which file formats are supported?
OCR PDF supports PDF, TXT. The page also shows accepted upload types before you choose a file.