Image to Text Converter — Extract Text from Images with High Accuracy
Instantly pull readable text out of images and PDFs using advanced OCR, right in your browser. This tool keeps the workflow simple: upload and extract on the left, supporting content below, and the sidebar on the left for popular and related tools.
Instant OCR conversion
Upload an image or PDF and extract clean, editable text within seconds.
Image & PDF support
Works with JPG, PNG, WEBP, GIF, BMP, TIFF, and multi-page PDF files.
Copy or download
Grab the extracted text with one click, or save it as a .txt file for later.
Private by design
Everything runs in your browser, so your files never leave your device.
How it works
- Click the upload zone or drag and drop an image or PDF into it.
- Click Extract Text and watch the progress as OCR reads your file.
- Review the extracted text in the result panel on the right.
- Click Copy Text or Download TXT to use the result, or Reset to start over.
Best practices
- Upload clear, high-contrast images for the best accuracy.
- Crop out borders so OCR focuses on the actual text.
- Use printed or typed text for the most reliable results.
- Keep handwriting neat and legible when possible.
- Split very long PDFs to speed up extraction.
- Proofread the output before using it in your work.
Frequently asked questions
What is an Image to Text Converter?
It is an online tool that uses OCR technology to extract readable text from images, such as screenshots, scanned documents, and photos.
Does this tool work with handwritten text?
Yes. Our OCR engine detects and extracts handwritten text, as long as the handwriting is clear and easy to read.
Is the Image to Text Converter free?
Yes. The tool is completely free to use with unlimited conversions, and no signup is required at all.
Are my images safe?
100% safe. All processing is done locally in your browser, so no files are ever uploaded or stored on any server.
Which image formats are supported?
You can upload JPG, JPEG, PNG, WEBP, BMP, GIF, TIFF, SVG, and screenshots from almost any device.
Can I extract text from scanned PDFs?
Yes. Upload your PDF directly, and the tool renders each page and runs OCR to pull the text out for you.
Does the tool work on mobile?
Yes. The tool works smoothly on Android and iOS devices. Just upload an image from your gallery or camera.
Can I edit the extracted text?
Absolutely. After extraction, you can copy, edit, format, or download the text quickly and easily.
Is OCR accurate?
Our OCR engine offers high-precision text extraction, especially for printed and typed documents with clear fonts.
What if my image quality is low?
Low-quality or blurred images may reduce accuracy. Improve clarity or compress the image first for better results.
Want to do more with your text? Track the length of your content with the Word Counter tool, or condense long passages with the Text Summarizer tool.