Free Online OCR Converter

Convert Scanned Files into Editable Documents

If your PDF or image comes from a scanner, camera, or mobile phone, its text may not be editable or searchable. LightPDF OCR Converter recognizes text from scanned files and converts it into editable Word, Excel, PPT, PDF, Markdown or TXT documents.

Why use an OCR converter:

· Process scanned PDFs and JPG, JPEG, or PNG images.
· Export recognized content to Word, Excel, PPT, PDF, Markdown or TXT.
· Process multiple scanned files at once with batch OCR.
· Preserve text, tables, and page layouts as much as possible.
· Recognize text in Chinese, English, Japanese, French, and other languages with approximately 90% accuracy on clear scans.

Convert Scanned Files into Editable Documents

Why Use LightPDF OCR Converter?

Accurate Text Recognition

Recognize text from scanned PDFs and images and convert it into editable document formats with reliable accuracy.

Easy Online Conversion

Convert scanned PDFs and images directly in your browser without downloading or installing additional software.

Works Across Devices

Use the online OCR converter on Windows, macOS, Android, or iOS through a supported web browser.

Clean, Simple Interface

Upload files, choose an output format, and start converting without complicated settings or distracting steps.

Secure File Processing

Your documents are processed securely and automatically deleted after conversion.

Batch OCR Conversion

Upload multiple scanned PDFs or images and convert them to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, searchable PDF, or TXT in one workflow.

How to Use OCR Converter Online ?

Convert your scanned files into editable documents in three simple steps

Upload Files

Select or drag and drop one or multiple scanned PDFs or images.

Convert

Select Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF, or TXT, then click Convert to start OCR processing.

Download

Download your editable document.

Compare OCR Conversion Tools

Compare output formats, batch processing, layout preservation, and other essential OCR features

Feature	LightPDF OCR	OnlineOCR.net	Smallpdf
PDF and Image Upload	Supported	Supported	Supported
Output formats	Word, Excel, PPT, PDF, Markdown and TXT	PDF, Word, Excel, RTF and TXT	Searchable PDF; Word conversion requires another tool
Batch processing	Supported	Registered users can upload multiple files in a ZIP	Not supported
Layout Preservation	Supported	Original layout supported for registered users in some conversions	Retains the PDF while adding searchable text
Recognition accuracy	High accuracy for clear scans	Depends on image quality and resolution	Depends on scan clarity, contrast, and resolution
Handwriting Recognition	Supported	Not supported	Not supported
File Size Limit	PDF up to 200 MB; images up to 10 MB	15 MB for guests; 200 MB for registered users	Varies by plan
Processing Speed	Fast	Moderate	Fast

FAQs About Our OCR Converter

Expand All

Which file formats can I convert?

You can convert scanned PDFs and document images into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, searchable PDF, or TXT files.

Can I convert multiple files at once?

Yes. LightPDF supports batch OCR, allowing you to upload and process multiple scanned files in one workflow.

Does OCR preserve the original layout?

LightPDF preserves headings, paragraphs, tables, images, and page formatting as much as possible. Results may vary depending on scan quality and layout complexity.

Is LightPDF OCR converter free to use?

Yes. You can convert one page from one file for free. A free trial lets you process up to three files. For additional usage, you’ll need a paid plan.

Are my files secure, and does LightPDF save my documents?

Your files are processed securely and are not stored permanently. Uploaded and converted documents are retained only temporarily for processing and downloading, then automatically deleted. Avoid uploading highly sensitive files unless permitted by your organization’s data policies.