OCR PDF files
Extract text from scanned PDFs and images using AWS Textract AI. Turn a photo of a document into searchable, selectable text.
or drop PDFs here
How to ocr pdf online free
Step 1
Supports 9 languages including English, Japanese, and more
Step 2
PDFs under 5MB are processed synchronously (faster)
Step 3
Larger PDFs use async Textract (may take up to 90 seconds)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this ocr pdf tool free?
Yes, ThePDFNinja's ocr pdf tool is 100% free to use. There are no hidden fees, subscriptions, or credit cards required.
How do I ocr pdf for free?
Simply upload your document using the box above, configure any necessary options, and our servers will instantly process your file for free.
Do you store my files?
No. All files uploaded to ThePDFNinja are strictly confidential and are automatically and permanently deleted from our servers after 1 hour.
Does this work on Mac, iPhone, and Android?
Yes, as a web-based tool, it works flawlessly across all operating systems and devices, including Mac, Windows, iOS (iPhone/iPad), Android, and Linux.
Will there be a watermark on my file?
Absolutely not. We never add watermarks to your documents.
Why use ThePDFNinja to ocr pdf?
ThePDFNinja provides the fastest, most reliable way to ocr pdf online. Unlike other tools that force you to create accounts, pay subscription fees, or deal with heavy watermarks, our OCR PDF tool is completely free and accessible directly from your browser.
We prioritize your privacy above all else. Every document uploaded for ocr pdf is processed in an isolated environment using AES-256 SSL encryption. Once your task is complete, the original and processed files are permanently deleted from our servers within 24 hours. We guarantee that your data is never read, analyzed, or shared with third parties.
Whether you are working from a desktop PC, a Mac, or a mobile device, you can easily ocr pdf anywhere, anytime, without installing any software.