The BeastyTools image to text converter uses advanced OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology to recognize and extract text from any image. In just a few clicks you can turn photos, screenshots, and scanned documents into editable text.
This text from image extractor is designed for quick, everyday tasks like copying text from screenshots, digitizing printed documents, and making image-based content searchable and editable.
What image formats does this OCR tool support?
You can upload PNG, JPG, JPEG, GIF, WEBP, and BMP images. The maximum file size is 10 MB. For best results, use clear, high-resolution images with good contrast between text and background.
Is this image to text converter really free?
Yes. You can use this OCR tool online completely free without creating an account. There may be fair daily usage limits to ensure performance for all users.
Can I extract text from handwritten notes?
The tool works best with printed or typed text. Handwritten text may have lower accuracy depending on legibility, but clear handwriting in good lighting often produces usable results.
What languages are supported?
We support 15+ languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Arabic, and Hindi.
Is my data secure?
Yes. Your images are processed on our secure servers only for the duration of the extraction and are automatically deleted afterward. We do not store or share your images or extracted text.