Image to PDF (Searchable) – Free Online Tool

How Image to PDF (Searchable OCR) works

Upload one image (JPG, PNG, or WebP, max 5MB) and click Convert to PDF. We run OCR and build a searchable PDF that looks like your image but contains an invisible text layer so you can select, copy, and search the text in any PDF viewer. Your image is not stored and is deleted after you download. A searchable PDF is ideal for accessibility, indexing, and reuse of content from photos or scans.

When should you use Image to PDF (Searchable OCR)?

When you need a PDF that looks like the image but with selectable text
When you want to search or copy text from a photo or scan
For accessibility and screen readers
When archiving documents as searchable PDFs
When combining image appearance with text reuse

Supported formats

Input formats: JPG, PNG, WebP. Single file, max 5MB per image.
Output formats: PDF (Portable Document Format). Searchable; text layer from OCR.

Common problems & fixes

Conversion fails or text is wrong: Keep file under 5MB and use a clear, high-contrast image. OCR works best with readable text.
Text not selectable in PDF: Ensure the conversion completed. If the image had no readable text, the PDF may have no text layer.
Usage limit reached: Sign in for a higher daily limit. Limits reset at midnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the text selectable?

Yes. The PDF looks like your image, but the OCR text is embedded so you can select, copy, and search it in any PDF reader.

Does it preserve the image?

Yes. The original image is the visual layer. The text is an invisible overlay for selection and search.

Which image formats are supported?

JPG, PNG, and WebP. Maximum file size is 5MB per image. One image per conversion.

What are the free usage limits?

Guests have a limited number of conversions per day. Sign in for a higher daily limit. Limits reset at midnight.

Is my file stored?

No. Files are deleted automatically after processing.

Image to PDF Converter (Searchable OCR)