Extract Text from PDF with OCR

About this Tool

Extract Text from PDF with OCR — SmartPDFNow

SmartPDFNow built Extract Text from PDF with OCR for one job: helping you recognize and extract text from scanned or image-based PDF pages quickly, for free, from any device. It takes a scanned PDF or image-based PDF and hands back the recognized text, ready to copy or download — no extra steps, no learning curve. It's built to be quick enough for a one-off task and reliable enough to become part of your regular routine.

Getting Started with Extract Text from PDF with OCR

1. Choose the file you want to work with from your computer or phone.
2. Review the options on screen and tweak anything you need to.
3. Click the action button and wait a moment while it processes.
4. Grab your finished file from the download link that appears.

What Extract Text from PDF with OCR Gives You

• Reads text out of scans that have no selectable text layer
• Supports documents with mixed typed and scanned pages
• Good accuracy on clear, well-lit scans
• Output text is editable and searchable

Why Choose SmartPDFNow

SmartPDFNow keeps its tools simple and dependable so you can get in, finish the task, and get on with your day.

• No cost, no catch — Extract Text from PDF with OCR is free every time you use it.
• Your files are handled securely and removed after processing.
• Everything runs in the browser, so there's nothing to download or install.
• It works equally well on desktop, tablet and mobile.

Common Ways People Use Extract Text from PDF with OCR

• Digitizing an old scanned contract.
• Making a scanned book chapter searchable.
• Pulling text out of a photographed document.

FAQ

Is Extract Text from PDF with OCR free to use?

Yes. Extract Text from PDF with OCR on SmartPDFNow is free, with no hidden fees or sign-up required.

Do I need to install anything to use Extract Text from PDF with OCR?

No. Extract Text from PDF with OCR runs entirely in your web browser, so there's nothing to download or install.

Is it safe to use Extract Text from PDF with OCR with my file?

Yes. Your file is handled securely and is not kept on SmartPDFNow's servers once your task is complete.

Can I use Extract Text from PDF with OCR on my phone?

Yes, Extract Text from PDF with OCR works on both desktop and mobile browsers, so you can use it from almost any device.

What do I get back after using Extract Text from PDF with OCR?

You'll get the recognized text, ready to copy or download, ready to use as soon as the process finishes.