Extract text from an image locally.
Drop a screenshot, label, scan, or photo with clear English text. OCR runs in your browser and downloads the result as a plain-text file.
Result will appear here
How to use Image to Text (OCR)
- Drop a clear screenshot or scan with readable printed text.
- Let local OCR recognize the words in the browser.
- Download the .txt result and proofread it before using important text.
Why imgrove's Image to Text (OCR)
- Free, no signup. Open the tool, use it, leave. No account, no email, no trial.
- Browser-based. All processing happens on your device. Your images never touch a server.
- Mobile-friendly. Works on iOS, Android, Chromebook — anywhere a modern browser runs.
- No watermarks. What you produce is yours.
Best for
- Extracting text from screenshots and simple scans.
- Copying labels or short printed text without uploading files.
- Turning image-only notes into editable plain text.
What you get
- A plain-text OCR result shown on the page.
- A downloadable .txt file with the recognized text.
Before you download
- OCR works best on clear printed English text.
- Handwriting, skewed photos, and low contrast images may need cleanup before recognition.
- Private by design. This tool runs locally in your browser; image pixels are processed on your device.
Frequently asked questions
Is Image to Text (OCR) really free?
Yes. Every imgrove tool is free, with no signup, no trial, and no per-file limit beyond sensible browser memory.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. Image to Text (OCR) runs entirely client-side in your browser. The image never leaves your device.
Which file formats does Image to Text (OCR) support?
JPG, PNG, and WebP are supported across all first-launch imgrove tools. More formats are added only after browser smoke coverage passes.
Can I use it on a phone?
Yes. imgrove is designed mobile-first.