Scanned PDF to Word OCR Online
Convert scanned or image-only PDFs into editable Word documents with OCR. Batch conversion supported — select or drag multiple files.
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Browser-only tools keep files on your device. Server-processed uploads are automatically deleted within 60 minutes.
Free conversions available — no sign-up required.
Scanned PDFs are just photos of paper - there is no real text to copy. This tool runs OCR (optical character recognition) on every page, recognizes the letters, and rebuilds a Word document you can actually edit.
How it works
- Upload your scanned or image-only PDF.
- OCR runs on each page and recognizes the text.
- Download an editable .docx with the recognized content.
Why use this tool
- Handles contracts, invoices, receipts and printed documents from scanners or phone cameras.
- Recognizes English and dozens of other languages.
- No re-typing: tables and paragraphs are rebuilt as editable content.
- Files are automatically deleted within 60 minutes - safe for confidential paperwork.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between this and regular PDF to Word?
Regular PDF to Word extracts the embedded text. A scanned PDF has no embedded text, so OCR must visually recognize each character. If your converted file comes out empty or as images, your PDF is scanned - use this tool.
How accurate is the OCR?
For clean printed pages, accuracy is typically above 95%. Handwriting and heavily degraded photocopies reduce accuracy.
Can it recognize tables in scans?
Yes, simple table structures are detected and rebuilt as Word tables.
How many OCR credits are included?
Guests get 1 OCR credit per day, and Free accounts get 2 per day. Basic includes 100 credits per month; Pro includes 700. Paid-plan credits reset monthly and do not roll over.
Is scanned PDF to Word different from regular PDF to Word?
Yes. Scanned PDFs contain page images instead of selectable text, so this tool uses OCR to recognize printed content before rebuilding a Word document.