Get the text out of an image.
Sometimes you just need the words. This job reads one image and gives you back plain, editable text you can copy into an email, a document or a spreadsheet.
The OCR engine runs inside your browser, so the image stays on your device. There is no upload, no account and no watermark.
Free forever. No signup. No watermark. Files never leave your device.
How to do it, step by step
- Open the tool with the button above. The Scan → Text mode is already selected.
- Choose the language of the text in the image.
- Drop one image in, or tap Choose image.
- Rotate it upright with the arrow buttons if needed.
- Press Recognize text and wait for the progress bar to finish.
- Edit the result in the text box if you like, then press Copy text or Download .txt.
Tips for better results
- Crop away busy backgrounds before you start. Less clutter means fewer stray characters.
- Higher-resolution images give better results than small thumbnails.
- Printed text is read much more reliably than handwriting.
- Always proofread names, numbers and dates. OCR can confuse look-alike characters like 0 and O.
Questions, answered
Is image to text really free?
Yes. There is no signup, no limit screen and no watermark.
Does my image get uploaded?
No. The text is recognized on your device, inside your browser.
Can I do several images at once?
This mode reads one image at a time. To process many pages together, use Scan → Searchable PDF instead.
Can I edit the text before copying it?
Yes. The result appears in an editable box. Fix anything you need, then copy it or download it as a .txt file.
Does it read handwriting?
It is built for printed text. Neat handwriting sometimes works, but expect mistakes.
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