Convert Image to Text
— OCR reads it, plain text out.
Drop in one or more photographed or scanned images (JPG, PNG, TIFF, BMP, WEBP). OCR reads the text on each one into a single .txt file.
Why use Image to Text?
A photo or scan is just pixels - there's no way to search it, copy from it, or paste it anywhere as real text. OCR (optical character recognition) reads the shapes of letters and numbers in the image and reconstructs them as actual, usable text, which this tool pulls into a single plain .txt file.
Key Features
Fast Conversion
Finishes in seconds, with no manual cleanup required afterward.
Secure Processing
Files are processed and deleted immediately after conversion — nothing is kept in long-term storage.
Free Online Tool
No cost, no hidden tiers, no artificial limits.
No Registration
No account, no email, no login. Upload a file and get your result back immediately.
Instant Download
Your finished file is ready the moment conversion completes — no waiting, no email delivery.
Works Anywhere
Runs entirely in your browser tab, on any device, no software to install.
How It Works
Upload
Drop in your files, or click to browse.
Processing
The files are read and converted automatically.
Review Results
See a short summary of what was found, and anything worth a quick double-check.
Download
Download your finished file, ready to use.
Security & Privacy
Encrypted connection. When served over HTTPS, all data traveling between your browser and the server is encrypted in transit using standard TLS encryption.
Automatic file deletion. Uploaded files are deleted immediately after conversion completes; they are never kept in long-term storage.
No data sharing. Your files and extracted data are never shared with third parties or sold.
Frequently Asked Questions
What image formats are supported?
JPG, JPEG, PNG, BMP, TIFF, and WEBP.
Can I extract text from multiple images at once?
Yes - upload several images and they're combined into a single .txt file, with a marker showing where each one starts.
Will it read handwriting?
OCR here is built for printed/typed text - handwriting recognition is far less reliable and isn't the focus of this tool.
Is my data secure?
Files are processed and deleted immediately after conversion. Nothing is stored long-term.
Is it free?
Yes, there's no cost and no signup required.