Extract text from an image

Copy the text out of photos, screenshots and scans.

No uploads
Free
No limits

Drag & drop files here

PDF files or images · one or more files

Choose files

Processed on your device — nothing is uploaded

You can also paste with Ctrl+V

How it works

Add one or more images (JPG, PNG, WebP…) or a scanned PDF.
Choose the language of the text.
Click “Recognize text”, then copy the text or download it.

About this tool

Add a photo of a page, a screenshot or a scanned document and OCR reads the text for you, ready to copy or download as a .txt file. Recognition runs on your device, so private documents are never sent anywhere. Arabic and English can be read together, and the language of your interface is offered too.

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Why use Warqa for this?

Your files are never uploadedProcessing happens in your browser, so documents never pass through a server — safe for contracts and confidential files.

No limits, no sign-upNo caps on file size or count, no account, no email and no watermark on your results.

Instant and works offlineNo upload or download wait, and you can install it as an app and use it without internet.

Frequently asked questions

Which languages can it read?

Arabic and English everywhere, plus the language of the interface you are using. Pick the one that matches your image for the best accuracy.

How do I get the best results?

Use a sharp, straight, well-lit photo where the text is at least as large as normal print. Blurry or tilted photos lower accuracy.

Are my files safe?

Yes. There is no server that receives your files; everything is processed in your browser and stays on your device. You can confirm it in the Network tab of your browser’s developer tools.

Is it really free?

Yes. Every tool is free with no daily limits, no sign-up and no watermark on your files.

Does it work on phones?

Yes, it works in any modern mobile or desktop browser, and you can install it as an app from the browser menu.