Receipt Scanner — Scan Receipts & Extract Expense Data
This free receipt scanner extracts amounts, dates, merchant names, tax, and payment details from any receipt photo using OCR technology. Upload an image or paste from your clipboard and get structured expense data in seconds. All processing happens locally in your browser — no data is uploaded to any server. Export your scanned receipts as CSV or JSON for easy import into any finance app.
100% Private — Your receipts never leave your device. All processing happens in your browser.
Drop receipts here or click to browse
JPEG, PNG, HEIC, or PDF — max 10 MB
or paste an image from your clipboard (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)
How to Scan Receipts and Extract Expense Data
Upload or Photograph Your Receipt
Drag and drop a receipt image into the upload area, click to browse your files, or paste an image from your clipboard. Supported formats include JPEG, PNG, HEIC, and PDF. Images up to 10 MB are accepted.
Wait for Automatic OCR Processing
The scanner uses Tesseract.js to read text from your receipt image directly in your browser. A progress bar shows the current status. Processing typically takes 3 to 10 seconds depending on image quality and device speed.
Review and Edit Extracted Data
Check the extracted merchant name, date, total amount, tax, and payment method. Each field displays a confidence indicator. Click any field to correct it if the OCR result is inaccurate.
Categorize and Add Notes
Assign a spending category such as Groceries, Food and Dining, or Transport from the dropdown. Add optional notes for your records. Then tap "Add to Session" to save the receipt.
Export Your Receipts as CSV or JSON
Once you have scanned one or more receipts, tap Export to download a CSV or JSON file. The CSV format is compatible with Auritrack and most spreadsheet applications including Excel and Google Sheets.
Understanding Receipt Scanning and OCR
What Is OCR and How Does It Work?
OCR stands for Optical Character Recognition, a technology that converts images of text into machine-readable characters. When you scan a receipt, the OCR engine analyzes the pixel patterns in the image to identify letters, numbers, and symbols. This tool uses Tesseract.js, an open-source OCR engine compiled to WebAssembly, which runs entirely in your browser. Unlike cloud-based scanners that upload your images to remote servers, this approach keeps your financial data completely private on your device.
Why Digitize Your Receipts?
Paper receipts fade, get lost, and create clutter. Digitizing receipts makes expense tracking faster and more reliable. With structured data extracted from each receipt, you can categorize spending, track tax-deductible expenses, reconcile bank statements, and generate expense reports. For freelancers and small business owners, digitized receipts simplify tax preparation by providing a searchable, exportable record of every business expense throughout the year.
Tips for Better Scan Results
Image quality is the single biggest factor affecting OCR accuracy. Photograph receipts on a flat, contrasting surface with even lighting and no shadows. Hold the camera directly above the receipt rather than at an angle. Ensure the full receipt is within the frame and the text is in focus. Avoid crumpled or folded receipts when possible — flatten them before scanning. Thermal receipts that have faded may still be readable if you increase contrast before scanning. For long receipts, consider taking multiple photos and scanning them separately rather than trying to fit everything in one image.
Privacy and Browser-Based Processing
Most receipt scanning apps require you to upload images to cloud servers for processing, which means your purchase history, merchant visits, and spending amounts are stored on third-party infrastructure. This tool takes a fundamentally different approach. The Tesseract.js OCR engine runs as a WebAssembly module inside your browser. Your receipt images never leave your device, and no extracted data is transmitted over the network. Saved receipts are stored in your browser’s local storage, accessible only to you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer: This tool is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, tax, investment, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the inputs you provide and may not reflect actual financial outcomes. Always consult a qualified financial professional before making financial decisions.