PDF OCR
Read scanned PDFs and photos of documents (including handwriting) into text, or make a searchable PDF.
Use PDF OCR — freePowered by Claude. Only the text or images you select are sent for processing. Free account required.
How it works
- Open PDF OCR and log in (free).
- Choose your PDF and pick the options you want.
- Get the result in seconds and download or copy it.
Why use PDF World
- Private by design — on-device tools never upload your files.
- No watermarks and no hidden limits on file size for on-device tools.
- One place for everything — merge, split, compress, convert, edit, sign and more.
Frequently asked questions
Is PDF OCR free?
Yes. PDF OCR is free to use with a free PDF World account. Paid plans only raise limits such as batch size and the daily AI allowance.
Is my document sent anywhere?
AI tools send only the text or page images you choose to our server, which forwards them to Claude to produce the result. Documents are not stored.
Do I need to create an account?
Yes — a free account is required to use the tools. It keeps the service safe from abuse. Sign-up takes a minute with your email.
Which files can I use?
PDF. You can process many files in one go with batch mode.
Will it add a watermark?
No. PDF World never adds watermarks to your results.