# OCR Scanner - Paper to Text — Grab Text,Document,Receipt,PDF

> Converts images of text into editable digital text and PDFs. (iPhone/iPad app by Bahtiyar Polat.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocr-scanner-paper-to-text/id1085214233 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bahtiyar Polat](https://appshunter.io/developer/354062184)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-02-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocr-scanner-paper-to-text/id1085214233/reviews.md

## What is OCR Scanner?

OCR Scanner — Turn Images into Text Instantly

OCR Scanner is a simple, fast scanning app that turns text from any document, note, receipt, book page, or screenshot into editable text in seconds — using your camera or a photo from your gallery.

No complicated settings, no sign-up. Scan, extract, share.

What you can do

• Scan or Import a Photo — Capture instantly with your camera or pick an image from your library.
• Smart Text Recognition — Advanced dual-engine technology recognizes text with high accuracy.
• Edit — Refine the recognized text in-app; change the font and size.
• Save as Text or PDF — Keep your scans as plain text or as a PDF document.
• Copy & Share — Copy the text with one tap or share it to other apps.
• Organize with Folders — Keep your scans tidy in custom folders.
• History — Access all your scans anytime; filter by All, Text, or PDF and search.
• English & Turkish support, with light/dark theme.

Your privacy is absolute

OCR Scanner is built so that everything you scan stays on your device.

• All scans, images, and recognized text are stored only on your device.
• We never collect, transmit, sell, or share your data.
• Text recognition runs fully on-device — your images never leave your iPhone.
• No ads, no tracking, no analytics.
• No account or sign-in required.
• Delete any scan at any time, permanently.

Carry your documents with you and turn paper into digital text in seconds.

## Key features

- Scan or import photos
- Smart text recognition
- Edit recognized text
- Save as text or PDF
- Copy and share text
- Organize with folders
- On-device processing

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocr-scanner-paper-to-text/id1085214233/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Fake

*2019-04-09*

Apenas me fez perder tempo. Processa e não faz o que se propõe a fazer.

### 1/5 — Roubada

*2019-02-24*

Dou uma estrela porque não da pra dar zero...não funciona ...fica minutos tentando converter e no fim do da erro...perda de tempo!!

### 1/5 — Ne fonctionne pas

*2018-12-19*

Ne fonctionne pas

### 1/5 — AVOID USING THIS APP!!

*2018-11-11*

I BOUGHT this app after originally trying the basic version and it was great. Unfortunately, the developer updated that version and I could no longer use it with receiving an error message after a long delay. The we developers website is no longer there either.

### 5/5 — Die Texterkennung ist Gut

*2018-10-05*

Bin sehr zufrieden, muss regelmäßig komplexe Passwörter Scannen und verarbeiten. Bis jetzt noch kostenlos, darf ruhig 2-4€ kosten

### 1/5 — Stops working

*2018-08-21*

Purchased the adds free version and after less than 2 weeks the app stopped working.

DON’T WASTE YOUR MONEY

### 3/5 — Pleasant surprise

*2018-07-29*

Miraculously the app came back to life on an ipad mini 2 ! It was able to ocr a RX pill bottle. I will test it further. It's quite possible that this app may pleasantly surprise me. (I still want to know why it was quirky (I did delete and reload for performance to return).

### 2/5 — It doesn’t work and has too much ads

*2018-06-11*

It doesn’t work offline, it runs pretty badly with a lot of lag, camera doesn’t even work half the time, way too many ads. And to top it all of, can’t be used offline.

### 1/5 — Für deutsche Texte nutzlos

*2017-03-12*

Die App funktioniert schnell und an sich gut! Leider werden zwar deutsche Worte erkannt, die Umlaute werden allerdings immer nur als aou ausgegeben. Damit nützt die App nichts, um automatisch Text aufzunehmen.

### 5/5 — Great size

*2016-12-12*

Takes little memory and works great on ios10.

## Frequently asked questions about OCR Scanner

### Does OCR Scanner have ads?

No, OCR Scanner is completely ad-free. The app is designed with user privacy in mind, ensuring no ads or tracking are present.

### How accurate is OCR Scanner's text recognition?

OCR Scanner utilizes advanced dual-engine technology for smart text recognition, aiming for high accuracy. The text recognition runs fully on-device, meaning your images never leave your iPhone.

### Can I edit the text after scanning with OCR Scanner?

Yes, you can refine the recognized text directly within the app. You can also change the font and size of the extracted text.

### What devices does OCR Scanner support?

OCR Scanner is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It also supports a light and dark theme.

### How does OCR Scanner handle my data privacy?

Your privacy is absolute with OCR Scanner. All scans, images, and recognized text are stored only on your device, and your data is never collected, transmitted, sold, or shared.

### Can I save my scans in different formats with OCR Scanner?

Yes, you can save your scans as plain text files or as PDF documents. You can also copy the text with one tap or share it to other applications.

### How often is OCR Scanner updated?

The latest version of OCR Scanner is 1.3, which was last updated on June 5, 2026. This indicates a history of updates, though specific frequency is not detailed.

### What languages does OCR Scanner support?

OCR Scanner currently supports English and Turkish. The app also offers a light and dark theme for user preference.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-06-05

This update makes saving and viewing your scans faster and clearer:
• New full-screen viewers — open any saved text or PDF instantly, with quick Share built in.
• Improved History filters — browse your scans by All, Text, or PDF.
• Smoother saving — saving a scan now takes you right back to where you left off.
• Cleaner Settings and various performance improvements and bug fixes.

Thanks for using OCR Scanner!

### 1.2 — 2017-02-17

* Adding in app purchase feature

### 1.1 — 2016-05-09

• Brand new OCR engine

### 1.0 — 2016-02-29

No release notes.

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