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This tool converts scanned PDF pages into images and runs advanced OCR for accurate text recognition.
This convertor combines OCR and direct text parsing to ensure maximum accuracy and coverage across different PDF types.
You can upload upto 5 PDF files, each with a maximum size of 15MB.
This version of PDF to text convertor can extract text in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian, Portuguese, Hindi, Indonesian, German, Arabic, Polish, Vietnamese, Turkish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified) and Chinese (Traditional) with high accuracy (If the PDF is native).
The text can be copied and downloaded once it is extracted.
We do not store your PDf's. All uploaded PDF's are automatically deleted after the text is extracted.
How Our Image to Text Tool Works
The working is very simple.
Upload the PDF's (5 upto 15MB in size).
Click on "Extract Text". A loading spinner will show up, indicating that extraction has started.
Our convertor will show the extracted text which can be copied to the clipboard or downloaded in .txt file.
How is the text extracted?
After the upload, the convertor detects the PDF type i.e text-based vs scanned. If it's text based, it extracts with Extracts text with pdfplumber and if it's scanned then the tool converts each page to image (via pdf2image) and applies OCR
to each image. Afterwards, the text is concatenation and returned.
Use cases
We have listed below the best usage of this image to text convertor.
This tool's real value is that it saves time and provides productivity.
It's uses are versatile, for example, it can be used for analysis or repurposing, for example, research pdf's and reports.
It turns scanned paperwork or printed pages into searchable and editable text.
It can also be used for digitizing old scanned documents.
Useful for converting physical documents into text for digital archiving, backup, and compliance purposes.
What types of PDFs can I convert?
Our tool handles PDFs that have selectable text.
Is there any limit on the number of PDF files I can convert at a time?
Yes, you can upload upto 5 PDF files (less than or equal to 15mb each).
Is my data secure during and after the conversion process?
Your PDF files are processed in a secure environment and are automatically deleted after extraction.
How long does the conversion process take?
Conversion speed depends on the file size, and the overall complexity of the document. Generally, most PDF files are converted within seconds.
What happens if my PDF is password-protected or encrypted?
Currently, our tool does not support encrypted or password-protected PDFs. Please remove the password before using the PDF to text extractor.
Do you keep any logs or backups of my uploaded files?
No, we respect your privacy. Files and any temporary data are handled in memory and cleared from our servers immediately after processing.
Tips for Improving PDF to Text Conversion Accuracy
Use 300 DPI or higher scanning.
Ensure strong contrast (black text on white).
Avoid watermarks or background images.
Choose clean, typed documents over handwritten ones.
If possible, Preprocess files (cropping, straightening).
Also high-quality PDFs, minimal clutter, clear fonts.
Caution: For scanned pdf's of images, tables and handwritten text, this tool may or may not work. We are continuously working on improving it.