Frequently Asked Questions
Find clear answers about scanned PDF editing, scanned processing, normal PDF editing, browser-based processing, dummy ads, and current product limits.
Does your website save my PDF on your server?
No! All processing happens locally directly in your browser. We never upload, save, or see your PDF files. Your privacy is 100% guaranteed.
Is it really possible to edit a scanned PDF online?
Yes! While most tools fail or only allow you to add text boxes on top, our website is specially built to edit scanned PDFs perfectly. You can erase, change, and type new text instantly directly on the image.
Is it legal to edit a scanned PDF or normal PDF?
It is perfectly legal to edit documents that you own or are legally authorized to modify (like your own resume, a personal template, or a business form). However, altering documents for fraud or misrepresentation is strictly illegal.
Who is responsible if someone commits fraud by editing a document?
The user is 100% responsible. Our tool is provided for legitimate document editing only. We do not condone or take responsibility for any illegal use, fraud, or misrepresentation.
How to make a scanned PDF searchable?
Yes, a scanned PDF can easily be made searchable! Just visit our Scanned PDF to Searchable PDF tool. Once processed, you can press Ctrl+F to find specific words or copy text directly from the PDF.
How to change a date or name on a scanned invoice?
Upload your invoice to our Edit Scanned PDF tool. You can easily erase the old text and type the new date or name using our browser-based editor. Remember to only modify documents you are authorized to change.
What is the best free scanned PDF editor without watermarks?
EditScannedPDF.com is completely free, secure, and never adds any forced watermarks to your exported documents. You get professional editing tools with zero hidden fees.
Can Edit Scanned PDF edit scanned PDFs?
Yes. Choose scanned mode so scanned processing can prepare scanned content on image-based pages. After scanned processing, you can work with the detected editable result and other editing tools.
Can it edit normal PDFs?
Yes. Choose normal PDF mode when the document is generated digitally. This is the better workflow for generated PDFs, invoices, reports, forms, and digital documents.
Do you upload my PDF to a server?
No backend upload is used in the current frontend version. The PDF is opened and processed by scripts running in your browser.
Why is scanned document preparation not always perfect?
Scanned document preparation depends on scan quality, page angle, contrast, fonts, and image clarity. Always review important names, dates, amounts, and legal text before using the final PDF.
How to extract text from a scanned PDF image?
You can extract text from any scanned PDF using our free browser-based OCR tool. Simply upload your file, and our technology will convert the flat image into selectable, copyable text in seconds.
Does OCR work on handwritten PDFs?
Yes, our advanced OCR engine can detect and process clear handwritten text in scanned documents, converting it into digital text that you can edit or copy.
Can I convert a scanned PDF to a Word document without losing formatting?
Yes. By using our "Scanned PDF to Word" converter, we extract the text and layout from your scanned images and convert them into a fully editable DOCX file while maintaining the original formatting.
Why can't I edit text in my PDF?
If you can't click or select the text in your PDF, it is likely a scanned document (an image of a page). You need to use our Scanned PDF Editor, which applies OCR to make the text editable.
How to sign a scanned PDF document online?
Upload your scanned document to our editor, click the "Digital Signature" tool, and you can draw, type, or upload your signature to place it anywhere on the page perfectly.
How to blackout or redact sensitive information in a scanned PDF?
You can easily hide confidential data like bank details or ID numbers using our "Erase & Highlight" tool. Just draw a solid black or white box over the text to securely redact it before downloading.
Is it possible to edit a scanned PDF on Mac, iPad, or mobile?
Yes! Because EditScannedPDF.com is entirely browser-based, you can edit scanned documents seamlessly on Windows, Mac, iPad, or Android devices without installing any apps.
What is the best free OCR software for scanned PDFs?
EditScannedPDF.com is considered one of the best free OCR PDF editors. Unlike desktop software, it works instantly in your browser, keeping your files completely private and secure.
How to correct typos in a scanned document?
With our tool, you can simply click on the misspelled word in your scanned PDF, erase it, and type the correct spelling. Our editor allows you to match the original font size and style.
Can I add an image or logo to a scanned PDF?
Yes. Open your scanned PDF in our editor, choose the "Image & Stamp" tool, and upload any JPG or PNG image to insert it perfectly onto your document.
How to reduce the file size of a large scanned PDF?
Scanned PDFs are often large because they are high-resolution images. You can use our "Compress PDF" tool after editing to optimize the file size without losing readability.
Are there any limits on how many pages I can edit for free?
We offer generous free limits for editing scanned PDFs. You can upload multi-page documents and apply edits, signatures, or OCR to multiple pages without hidden paywalls.
How to remove a watermark from a scanned PDF?
If a scanned document has a watermark, you can use our "Erase" tool to carefully paint over the watermark with a white background, effectively hiding it from the final document.
Does your OCR support multiple languages?
Yes, our OCR technology automatically detects the language of your scanned document and extracts the text accurately, supporting a wide variety of global languages.
How do I replace an entire paragraph in a scanned PDF?
You can use the "Erase" tool to wipe out the old paragraph, and then use the "Add Text" tool to type a completely new paragraph in the empty space, matching the font and color of the original text.