LiveScan: Grab Text in Images

LiveScan: Grab Text in Images

OCR from Camera and Photos

13 ratings
21 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 26 Jul 2026)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 16, 2021
  • September 23, 2021

Features

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About

Extract text from images and your camera instantly. Translate, look up definitions, visit links, and more. Supports multiple languages and integrates with popular services.

βœ“Extract text from camera and photos
βœ“Translate text using Google Translate
βœ“Look up definitions and product information
βœ“Visit links and call phone numbers directly
βœ“Supports multiple languages
βœ“Customizable with plugins
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What's New in LiveScan

1.1.2

September 23, 2021

Fixed an issue with sorting results from text detection.

Subscription plans

LiveScan Monthly Subscription

All features for one month.

$0.991 Month
7 Days trial
How to cancel LiveScan subscription ⁉️
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In-App Purchases

$9.99

LiveScan Lifetime Access

Permanently unlocks all app features.

User reviews

Makes a few errors

This app seems to struggle somewhat with uppercase English text. When extracting text from a TIFF I noticed it tends to misread D or Q as "O", and VV as "W" or even "WV". Very occasionally gives "L" in place of I. If accuracy is important for your project be sure to give it a good proofreading before proceeding.

Still, it's frequently able to find text where Adobe Acrobat would fall flat on its face, so 3 stars for that.
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so you basically couldn't program a way to close the installation window?

1- it's not free
2- you made it impossible to close the installation window without restarting the machine.

worst app I've ever downloaded

Response from developer

You are incorrect. 1- it is free to use for as long as you want, but it limits the length of the detection. 2- I did program a way to close the installer window. Just press Command-Q like any other app. You can also just start the free trial in the last screen, which does not require any sign up (and again, is free, no subscription to sign up for, etc.).

Flawless and SO EASY

My hat off to the delelpor. This is so easy to use and saved me WAY more in the first use than what it cost. Now I can get a good nights sleep instead of dreaming about stupid numbers and letters!

Absolutely amazing

"Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." - Arthur C. Clarke

β˜… β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Are you excited about Apple Live Text coming in iOS 15 this fall? Have it now!

Are you excited about Apple Live Text coming in iOS 15 this fall? Have it now!

And from a developer that actually listens to its customers.

What a great feature to have on an iPhone or iPad.… and extra points for originality.

As with many things in life, reward the innovators, not the imitators.

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FAQ

What is LiveScan's free trial limitation?

You can try LiveScan for free with no time limit. However, the free trial is restricted to 50 characters per text detection.

What are the subscription options for LiveScan?

LiveScan offers a monthly subscription for $0.99 with a 7-day free trial, and a yearly subscription for $5.99, also with a 7-day free trial.

Can I use LiveScan on my Mac?

Yes, purchases or subscriptions include LiveScan for macOS, in addition to iOS.

What languages does LiveScan support for text detection?

LiveScan can detect words in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Chinese (Simplified and Traditional).

How does LiveScan handle user privacy?

LiveScan respects your privacy and does not transmit your camera captures anywhere. A privacy policy is available.

What devices is LiveScan compatible with?

LiveScan requires iOS 14 and later and is supported on iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Mac.

How often is LiveScan updated?

The latest version is 1.1.2, last updated on September 23, 2021. Update frequency information is not explicitly provided.

What is the age rating for LiveScan?

LiveScan has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.