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Scan Driver Licenses to Text

Parse names, license numbers, addresses, and expiry dates from driver license photos.

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PDF, PNG, JPG, WebP, BMP, HEIC

PDF up to 1 GB · images up to 20 MB

Tips for a clear photo
  • Lay the page flat.
  • Use even light, with no shadows.
  • Turn off the flash to avoid glare.
  • Fill the frame with the page.

Challenges in Driver License OCR

  • Reading text over micro-printed state security backgrounds.
  • Extracting small font birthdates and expiration tags.
  • Handling plastic card reflections and camera flash.
  • Parsing state-specific card layout variations.

Security Background Isolation

Reads text over micro-printed state security backgrounds and patterns.

Small Font Extraction

Extracts tiny birthdate, expiration, and restriction text from license fields.

Plastic Glare Removal

Corrects for plastic card reflections and camera flash on glossy licenses.

State Layout Adaptability

Adapts to varying state-specific license card layouts and data field positions.

Identity Data Parsing

Extracts name, license number, address, DOB, and expiration date fields.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can it scan state driver licenses?

Yes. Upload a clear photo of any state driver license to extract its printed text.

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