Free · On-device processing
Extract English text from scans and photos
Optical character recognition (OCR) reads printed English text from photos, screenshots and scanned PDFs — entirely on your own device. Edit the result and export it as TXT or Word.
On-device processing. Document contents are processed in your browser, not sent to us. Use sample or anonymised files only.
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How it works
- Choose a photo or scanned PDF.
- Click Extract text and wait while each page is read.
- Review and edit the recognized text.
- Download as TXT or Word.
Supported formats
Input: PNG, JPG, WEBP, BMP images and scanned PDFs.
Output: Editable text, downloadable as TXT or DOCX.
Good to know
- Printed English text only — other languages and handwriting are not supported.
- Tables and complex layouts may need manual corrections.
- The first use downloads the recognition engine, which can take a moment.
- Free account required — no card, no trial, no watermarks added by us.
Questions
Which languages are supported?
Currently printed English only. Recognition of other languages is not included.
Can it read handwriting?
No — handwriting recognition is not supported. Clear, well-lit printed text works best.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Your file is processed entirely in your browser and is never uploaded to a server. The recognition engine runs on your device.