Free, Powerful, and Privacy-First OCR for Everyone
OCR.ad is an AI-powered online OCR tool that helps you extract text from images, PDFs, and screenshots — instantly, accurately, and without any signup.
Built by Developers, for Everyone
OCR.ad was born from a simple frustration: most OCR tools are either paywalled, riddled with ads, or require you to create an account just to extract text from a document.
We believe text extraction should be free, fast, and accessible to everyone — students, researchers, translators, developers, and casual users alike. That's why we built OCR.ad with a clear mission: provide the most reliable, no-strings-attached OCR service on the web.
Today, thousands of people use OCR.ad every day to convert scanned documents, extract text from screenshots, digitize printed materials, and more. We're committed to keeping it free forever.
What We Stand For
Privacy First
Your files are processed over HTTPS, never stored, and automatically deleted within one hour. We don't read, share, or sell your data.
Speed & Efficiency
Average processing time is under 5 seconds. No waiting, no queues, no complicated workflows — just upload and get your text.
Accuracy
Our AI-powered OCR engine achieves 99%+ accuracy on clear, well-lit documents. Complex layouts and mixed languages supported.
No Paywall
100% free, forever. No signup, no credit card, no usage limits. We support the service through non-intrusive ads and donations.
Global Reach
Support for 50+ languages including English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Hindi, and more. Auto-detect mode available.
User Focused
Built with simplicity in mind. Our clean interface requires no learning curve — if you can click, you can use OCR.ad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OCR.ad really free?
Yes, OCR.ad is 100% free to use. No signup required, no credit card, no usage limits. We support the service through non-intrusive advertising and optional donations.
What file formats do you support?
We support JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, TIFF for images, and multi-page PDF documents. Maximum file size is 10 MB per file.
How accurate is the OCR?
Our AI-powered OCR engine achieves 99%+ accuracy on clear, well-lit documents. Accuracy may vary for low-quality scans, handwritten text, or complex layouts.
Is my data safe?
Absolutely. All uploads are processed over HTTPS. Your files are never stored on our servers — they're processed in real-time and automatically deleted within one hour. We never read, share, or sell your data.
Can I use OCR.ad for commercial purposes?
Yes! Our service is free for both personal and commercial use, with no signup required. Attribution is appreciated but not required.
Do you offer an API?
Not yet — we're working on a public REST API. If you need API access, let us know via the contact form and we'll prioritize your case.