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OCR PDF

Convert non - selectable PDFs into fully searchable and selectable documents with high accuracy and speed.

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Our OCR PDF tool enables fast text extraction. PdfZu delivers precise recognition, multi-language support, and high - quality OCR - processed PDFs for optimized workflows. Try it now!

  • Accurate text recognition with an efficient, easy-to-use interface.

  • Supports multiple languages and is completely free, enabling fast, scalable workflows.

  • Works on Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS for fast, cross-platform PDF optimization.

Top online OCR tool for fast PDF conversion

Our OCR converter quickly turns scanned or image - based PDFs into searchable documents, enabling fast copying, selecting, and locating text.

Turn static image - based PDFs into searchable text PDFs for faster workflow

Some PDFs are image-only, blocking search and processing. Our OCR extracts the text for fast search, selection, and reuse, improving workflow efficiency.

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Improve text clarity with OCR

Efficient OCR transforms low-quality scans into accurate, searchable text and enables PDF optimization to reduce size without sacrificing usability.

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Searchable + Processable = More Accessible

OCR-enabled PDFs are optimized for accessibility and performance, delivering screen-reader compatibility with leaner, faster documents.

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OCR on any device
Cloud-based OCR enables device-agnostic workflows—OCR on any desktop, tablet, or mobile browser, delivering fast, optimized results.
Convert scanned images into editable text
Scanned PDFs become editable, selectable text in seconds—free to use and designed for efficient, high-performance reuse.
Translate scanned documents effortlessly
Post-OCR text can be translated and shared in any language, unlocking global workflows and driving efficiency.
Export in optimized, searchable PDF or lightweight Word format
Our OCR produces machine-readable text for fast saving as a searchable PDF or direct conversion into an editable Word file, streamlined for PDF optimization.
Feel the efficiency from first use
No install or sign-in required. Enjoy fast, accurate, free OCR that turns any PDF into selectable and copyable text—optimized for performance.
Full compliance with data protection standards
Our OCR service complies with GDPR and is optimized for performance. Your files are processed securely and permanently deleted within one hour to ensure privacy and streamlined PDF workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. This OCR PDF tool is free online and optimized for fast conversion. Convert scanned PDFs into searchable and selectable text with no registration or software installation, enabling efficient, low-latency workflows.

PDF Optimization enabled: the OCR engine supports multiple languages and delivers fast, accurate text extraction from scanned documents, images, and photos embedded in PDFs to power efficient workflows.

Yes. All processing uses secure HTTPS. Uploaded PDFs and OCR-processed files are automatically deleted from our servers after a short window, safeguarding privacy and data security while supporting optimized PDF workflows.

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How to use the free OCR PDF feature for optimized PDFs

Step-by-step guide to fast, optimized PDF OCR—free with our tool:

  1. Drag and drop your document or click the "Select PDF file" button to start optimized OCR.
  2. Confirm your language for maximum OCR accuracy and optimized results.
  3. Click 'Apply OCR' and allow a few seconds for quick, optimized processing.
  4. Your optimized PDF is ready, searchable and copyable for faster workflows.

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We cannot process corrupted or damaged PDFs. To verify integrity, open the file with any PDF reader; if it fails, restore the file before attempting the optimization pass.

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