Private OCR that stays in the browser
The tool extracts text locally on-device, so screenshots and images do not need to be uploaded to a server.
Private Local OCR
Local Image OCR
Extract text from screenshots and images in your browser. Start with a lighter Tesseract base model or switch to Florence Best mode when you want a smarter pass.
Local processing only
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Drop images to start OCR
Add screenshots, photos, or scanned snippets to the queue, run OCR locally, and review the extracted text for each file.
Click to browsePaste with Ctrl+VLocal processing only
Worker state: idle
Choose an OCR mode and add images to begin.
OCR queue
No files in queue yet.
Extracted text
Run OCR on a file to see extracted text here.
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Private by design
OCR runs locally in your browser. Images and extracted text stay on your device unless you decide to copy or download the result.
How to extract text from an image online
- 1. Upload one or more screenshots or images.
- 2. Choose Base mode for lighter OCR or Best mode for Florence.
- 3. Run the queue and copy or download the extracted text.
Common use cases
- Pull text out of screenshots and UI captures.
- Read product labels or notes from quick phone photos.
- Convert visual snippets into copyable text without uploading files.
Why use this tool
- Private OCR in the browser.
- Two model modes for lighter or smarter extraction.
- Quick copy and TXT download for each result.
Choose between lighter and smarter OCR modes
Tesseract offers a lighter default OCR pass, while Florence Best mode gives you a heavier but more ambitious browser OCR option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. OCR runs locally in your browser, so your images stay on your device.
What is the difference between Base and Best modes?
Base uses Tesseract for a lighter OCR pass. Best uses Florence q4f16, which is heavier to load but may be more useful for smarter OCR scenarios.
Can I download the extracted text?
Yes. You can copy the result to the clipboard or download it as a TXT file.