Make Any PDF Searchable
Convert scanned PDFs into searchable, copy-pasteable documents with OCR. Just drop your files.
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PDF up to 100 MB · Multiple files supported
20 free pages · Files deleted after 24h
How It Works
Why MakePDFSearchable.com
Full Text Search
Find any word or phrase in your PDF with Ctrl+F. No more scrolling through hundreds of pages to find what you need.
Copy & Paste Text
Select and copy text from scanned documents. Extract data for reports, emails, or spreadsheets.
Preserves Layout
The original PDF layout, images, and formatting stay intact. Only an invisible text layer is added underneath.
Batch Processing
Upload multiple PDFs at once. All files are processed in parallel and available as a single ZIP download.
Private & Secure
Files are processed on our servers and automatically deleted after 24 hours. We never read, share, or train on your documents.
Free to Start
Get 20 free pages when you sign up. No credit card required. Get more free pages anytime from your account menu.
Built For Your Documents
Legal Documents
Make contracts, court filings, and legal briefs searchable for faster case review.
Academic Papers
Convert scanned research papers and textbook pages into searchable references.
Business Records
Digitize invoices, receipts, and financial statements for searchable archives.
Government & Compliance
Make public records, permits, and regulatory documents accessible and searchable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OCR and how does it make my PDF searchable?
OCR (Optical Character Recognition) analyzes the images in your scanned PDF and recognizes the text characters. MakePDFSearchable.com then embeds this recognized text as an invisible layer in your PDF, making it searchable with Ctrl+F, copy-pasteable, and indexable by search engines and document management systems.
Is MakePDFSearchable.com free?
Yes! Every account gets free pages. You can get more free pages anytime from your account menu, up to 50 total.
What happens to my files after processing?
All uploaded files are automatically deleted from our servers after 24 hours. We never read, analyze, or share your documents. Your files are processed in isolated environments and are not used for training or any other purpose.
What languages does the OCR support?
Our OCR engine supports a wide range of languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and many more. It can also handle mixed-language documents.
What is the maximum file size?
Each individual PDF can be up to 100 MB. You can upload multiple files at once for batch processing. There is no limit on the number of pages per document.
Do I need to install any software?
No. MakePDFSearchable.com works entirely in your browser. Just drag and drop your PDF — no software downloads, plugins, or extensions needed. Works on any device with a modern web browser.
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