OCR PDF
Run OCR on scanned PDFs so text can be selected and searched. The file is sent over HTTPS, processed, and discarded. A long scan can take several minutes. Up to 50 MB.
File is sent over HTTPS, then discardedThis file is sent over HTTPS to engine.wefixpdf.online, processed, then discarded. It is not stored. OCR is not an in-browser tool.
Makes scanned pages searchable. A 20–50 page scan can take several minutes. Existing text is left as-is.
Drop a scanned PDF
or browse files
Up to 50 MB. OCR is the slowest engine job.
Frequently asked questions
Does OCR upload my file?
Yes. The PDF is sent over HTTPS to our engine, processed, and discarded. It is not stored.
How long does OCR take?
A few pages are often ready in under a minute. A 20–50 page scan can take several minutes. Keep the tab open until the download starts.
Which languages can I OCR?
English is the default. You can also select Sinhala, Tamil, German, or French if those packs are on the engine. Pick every language that appears in the scan.