OCR PDF
Turn a scanned document into a PDF you can search and copy from.
or drag and drop them here
Up to 100,0 MB per file · up to 25 files · deleted after 2 hours
How to ocr pdf
- 1
Choose your files from your computer, or drag them onto the page.
- 2
Adjust the settings in the panel on the right to suit your needs.
- 3
Press "Run OCR" and download the result.
Fast processing
Jobs run on dedicated servers, and most finish in a few seconds.
Private
Files are encrypted in transit and deleted from the server after 2 hours.
Nothing to install
Works straight from the browser, on desktop and phone alike.
Frequently asked questions
Does ocr pdf cost anything?
No. It is free and needs no account. The paid plans only raise the size and file-count limits.
Are my files kept on the server?
No. Files exist only long enough to be processed and are deleted automatically after 2 hours. You can also delete them yourself right after downloading the result.
Is there a file size limit?
Yes. Each tool has its own limit depending on your plan, shown just under the file picker. Paid plans raise it to 4 GB per file.
Can I use this on my phone?
Yes. PDFly runs entirely in the browser and the interface adapts to the screen, so it works on phones and tablets too.