Scanned PDF → Searchable PDF

Adds an invisible OCR text layer over scanned PDF pages; up to 30 pages including rotated scans.

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About this conversion: Scanned PDF → Searchable PDF

Adds an invisible OCR text layer over scanned PDF pages; up to 30 pages including rotated scans.

What is the result useful for?

Search and select text in scanned PDFs while keeping the original page appearance.

How to use this free tool

Choose a compatible file from your device.
Review the options and start the conversion. Some server conversions require a security check.
Download the result and check that it meets your needs.

Important to know

Output fidelity, file size and compatibility depend on the source format and the selected operation. Files handled on our server have size and usage limits to protect the free service.

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