OCR PDF

Make scanned PDFs searchable with OCR

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How to use OCR PDF

Upload your file using the drop zone above.
Adjust any options for the ocr pdf task.
Click Process and download your result instantly.

Why use PDFzelo OCR PDF?

Make scanned PDFs searchable with OCR. PDFzelo processes everything locally in your browser — no uploads, no waiting rooms, no accounts. It works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, Android and iPhone.

Frequently asked questions

What is OCR?

Optical character recognition converts scanned images of text into selectable, searchable text.

Which languages are supported?

English plus dozens of other languages via the built-in OCR engine.

Is my file uploaded?

No. OCR runs entirely in your browser. Nothing leaves your device.