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API Example
curl -X POST https://api.chargedapi.com/pdf/ocr \ -H "X-API-Key: YOUR_KEY" \ -F "file=@input.pdf" \ -o output.pdf
How to Make PDFs Searchable with OCR
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) converts scanned PDFs into searchable, selectable text. Upload a scanned document and receive a PDF with an invisible text layer that enables searching, copying, and indexing.
Our OCR engine supports over 100 languages and handles low-quality scans, skewed pages, and mixed-language documents. The original visual appearance is preserved while adding a precise text layer underneath.
Searchable PDFs are essential for document management systems, legal discovery, compliance archives, and accessibility requirements. Process individual files through the web tool or integrate OCR into your document pipeline via API.
FAQ
Is it free?
Yes, sign up and get 25 free API calls. No credit card required.
What file size is supported?
Up to 50MB per file on all plans.
Can I use this via API?
Yes. Every tool on this page is available as a REST API endpoint. See the code example above.
Is my data secure?
All files are encrypted in transit and auto-deleted after processing. Zero permanent storage.