How to convert an image to text (OCR) for free
Got text trapped in a screenshot or photo? Here's how to pull it out into editable text for free with on-device OCR — no upload, no account, and your image never leaves your browser.
- Open the Image to Text tool. Open the free Image to Text (OCR) tool — OCR runs on your device.
- Add your image. Drop in a screenshot or photo (JPG, PNG, etc.). It's processed locally.
- Run OCR. Let the tool detect and extract the text from the image.
- Copy or download. Copy the recognized text or save it — ready to paste anywhere.
Open Image to Text (OCR) ↗Free, no signup — runs in your browser.
FAQ
What languages does the OCR support?
It handles standard Latin-script text well; clear, high-contrast images give the most accurate results.
Is my image uploaded?
No — OCR runs in your browser, so the image and the extracted text stay on your device.
Can it read handwriting?
OCR works best on printed or typed text; handwriting is hit-or-miss.
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