OCR PDF

Run OCR on scanned PDF pages in your browser and download recognized text as a TXT file. No upload step, no signup.

Free OCR PDF tool with no upload step

Use DropIn PDF to run OCR on PDF files directly in your browser. It is designed for scanned forms, receipts, letters, records, and image-only documents, with local processing, no registration, and no watermark added to your download.

Common uses

  • Prepare scanned forms, receipts, letters, records, and image-only documents for email or upload portals.
  • Turn scanned PDFs into recognized text without creating an account.
  • Handle sensitive documents locally instead of sending files through an upload queue.

How it works

  1. Choose scanned PDFs: Drag files into the tool or use the file picker. DropIn PDF checks the file type and keeps processing on your device.
  2. Arrange or choose options: Reorder pages or files, choose the output format, and set page options when the tool supports them.
  3. Download recognized text: Create the result and download it without a watermark, account signup, or server upload step.

Frequently asked questions

Is this tool free?

Yes. DropIn PDF lets you run OCR on PDF files for free in your browser, with no account required.

Are my files uploaded?

No. Supported conversions run locally in your browser, so your files do not need to leave your device.

Will there be a watermark?

No. DropIn PDF does not add a watermark or extra branded pages to your output.

What file size can I use?

The current free processing limit is 100MB per batch, which helps the browser stay responsive.

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