Getting Started
How many free pages do I get?
How many free pages do I get?
New accounts start with 1,000 free pages. Each page of a PDF counts as one page credit. After you’ve used your free pages, you can upgrade to continue processing.
What file types are supported?
What file types are supported?
OkraPDF supports:
- PDF files — native PDFs and scanned documents
- Images — PNG, JPG, JPEG (converted to single-page PDF)
Is there a file size limit?
Is there a file size limit?
Yes:
- Maximum file size: 100 MB
- Maximum pages: 500 pages per document
How long does processing take?
How long does processing take?
Most documents process in 10-30 seconds. Factors that affect speed:
- Page count — more pages take longer
- Scan quality — low-quality scans need more OCR processing
- Table complexity — dense tables require more analysis
Extraction Quality
How accurate is the OCR?
How accurate is the OCR?
OkraPDF uses Google Document AI, which achieves 95%+ accuracy on clean documents. Accuracy depends on:
- Document quality — 300 DPI scans work best
- Text clarity — handwriting is less accurate than typed text
- Language — English has the highest accuracy
What if extraction has errors?
What if extraction has errors?
Use the Review feature:
- Click any extracted table or figure
- Compare side-by-side with the original
- Click to edit — AI suggests corrections
- Approve changes
Can it handle scanned documents?
Can it handle scanned documents?
Yes. OkraPDF handles both native PDFs (with embedded text) and scanned images. For best results with scans:
- Use 300 DPI or higher resolution
- Ensure pages are straight (not skewed)
- Avoid shadows or dark edges
What about handwritten content?
What about handwritten content?
Handwriting recognition is supported but less accurate than printed text. Complex or cursive handwriting may have lower confidence scores. Always verify handwritten content in the Review view.
Tables and Figures
What table formats are detected?
What table formats are detected?
OkraPDF detects:
- Standard grid tables with borders
- Borderless tables (aligned by whitespace)
- Multi-level headers
- Merged cells
- Tables spanning multiple pages
What counts as a 'figure'?
What counts as a 'figure'?
Figures include:
- Charts and graphs (bar, line, pie, etc.)
- Diagrams and flowcharts
- Photos and illustrations
- Logos and signatures
- Infographics
Are captions linked to figures?
Are captions linked to figures?
Yes. When we detect a figure, we also look for nearby captions (like “Figure 1: Revenue Growth”) and link them together in the extraction.
Exporting Data
What export formats are available?
What export formats are available?
- CSV — Opens in Excel, Google Sheets, any spreadsheet app
- JSON — Structured data for developers
- Markdown — For documentation and notes
- Clipboard — Paste directly into spreadsheets
Can I export all tables at once?
Can I export all tables at once?
Currently, you export tables one at a time. We’re working on batch export features.
Is the original PDF structure preserved?
Is the original PDF structure preserved?
Yes. We preserve:
- Table headers and column structure
- Row order and cell alignment
- Merged cell boundaries
- Page location reference
Privacy and Security
Where are my documents stored?
Where are my documents stored?
Documents are stored in Google Cloud Storage with:
- Encryption at rest (AES-256)
- Encryption in transit (TLS 1.3)
- Data centers in the United States
Is my data used to train AI models?
Is my data used to train AI models?
No. Your documents are never used to train AI models. We use Google Document AI and other services that process your data but don’t retain it for training.
Can I delete my documents?
Can I delete my documents?
Yes. Delete any document from your library at any time. Deleted documents are removed from our storage within 24 hours.
Who can see my documents?
Who can see my documents?
Only you. Documents are isolated per account. We don’t share your data with other users or third parties (except our infrastructure providers listed in our privacy policy).
Account and Billing
How do page credits work?
How do page credits work?
- Each page of a PDF uses one credit
- Failed uploads don’t consume credits
- Re-processing the same document uses additional credits
- Credits don’t expire
What happens when I run out of credits?
What happens when I run out of credits?
You can still view and export previously processed documents. To process new documents, you’ll need to upgrade your plan.
Can I cancel anytime?
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel your subscription at any time from Settings. You’ll keep access until the end of your billing period.
Troubleshooting
My upload is stuck
My upload is stuck
Try these steps:
- Refresh the page
- Check your internet connection
- Try a smaller file (under 50 MB)
- Clear browser cache and retry
Tables aren't being detected
Tables aren't being detected
Some tables may not be detected if:
- The table lacks clear structure (no borders, inconsistent spacing)
- It’s actually a formatted list, not a table
- The scan quality is too low
Export isn't working
Export isn't working
- Ensure pop-ups aren’t blocked
- Try a different browser
- Use “Copy to Clipboard” as an alternative
- Check if your browser has sufficient permissions
Still have questions?
Contact Support
Email us at [email protected] — we typically respond within 24 hours.