Image to Text (OCR) — Free Online Image Tool

Read and extract the text from a picture or screenshot with OCR. Free, no sign-up — your image is processed securely and deleted after.

How to image to text (ocr)

1. Open the Image to Text (OCR) tool and add your file — drag & drop or click to browse.
2. The text in the image is recognised and returned as editable text.
3. Download your result instantly — nothing is stored.

Frequently asked questions

Can it read a screenshot or photo of text?

Yes — OCR extracts printed text from photos and screenshots.

Is it free?

Yes — every Genius tool is completely free, with no account, no watermark and no daily limits.

Are my files safe?

Files are sent over a secure HTTPS connection, processed, and automatically deleted right afterwards. Nothing is stored or shared.

Do I need to install anything?

No — it runs in your browser with no sign-up or software, and works on both phone and desktop.

Part of Genius Tools — a free suite of PDF, image and AI document tools.