Scanned PDF to Text

Convert scanned PDFs to text with local OCR in your browser. Mixed PDFs use embedded text where possible and OCR where needed.

Free Scanned PDF to Text tool with no upload step

Use DropIn PDF to convert scanned PDFs to text 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 a text file 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 a text file: 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 convert scanned PDFs to text 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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