OCR PDF → Word

Convert scanned PDFs into editable Word documents with powerful OCR technology.

OCR Technology: Extract text from scanned documents and convert to editable Word format.It is to note the the quality of output word file depends on the quality of scanned PDF.

About this tool

The OCR PDF → Word tool converts scanned PDF documents into fully editable Word files (DOCX). Perfect for digitizing contracts, forms, books, or any text-based scanned document.

How to use:

Upload one or more scanned PDF files
Click the Convert to Word button
Our OCR engine extracts text and formats it
Download the converted Word (.docx) file

Features:

Converts scanned PDFs into editable DOCX files
Accurate OCR (Optical Character Recognition)
Preserves text formatting as much as possible
Batch conversion of multiple files
Works with Microsoft Word, Google Docs, etc.
Fast, secure, and easy-to-use

Notes:

Works best with scanned PDFs that have clear, printed text
Currently supports English language text recognition
Large or multi-page PDFs may take longer to process
Output is in .docx format, editable in MS Word, Google Docs, or LibreOffice

Common use cases

Legal documents - convert scanned contracts and agreements for editing
Academic research - digitize printed research papers and books
Business archives - convert historical documents into editable formats

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between regular PDF to Word and OCR PDF to Word?

Regular PDF to Word works with digitally created PDFs that already have selectable text. OCR PDF to Word is specifically for scanned PDFs where text needs to be extracted from images.

How accurate is the OCR conversion?

Accuracy depends on scan quality, but typically exceeds 99% for clean documents. The tool includes error correction algorithms to improve results.

What types of PDFs work best with this tool?

Scanned PDFs with clear, printed text at 300 DPI or higher resolution provide the best results. Low-quality scans or handwritten text may have lower accuracy.

Can I convert multiple PDFs at once?

Yes, you can upload and process multiple scanned PDFs simultaneously. They will be converted individually.

Will the formatting be preserved in conversion?

Our converter maintains text formatting, paragraphs, and basic structures from your scanned documents as much as possible.

Are my files secure during processing?

Absolutely. Your files are processed securely and are automatically deleted from our servers shortly after conversion.

Is this OCR PDF to Word converter really free?

Yes, our file conversion tools are completely free to use with no hidden charges.