ID Card Recognition and Document OCR - Quick Information Extraction

## What is Document OCR? Document OCR uses optical character recognition technology to automatically extract text information from ID cards, passports, driver's licenses, business licenses, and other documents. This technology is widely used in banking, hospitality, identity verification, and more. ## Supported Document Types ### Personal Documents - ID cards (front and back) - Passports - Driver's licenses - Travel permits ### Business Documents - Business licenses - Tax registration certificates - Bank account permits - Organization codes ### Other Documents - Student IDs - Employee badges - Membership cards - Business cards ## Document Photography Tips ### Lighting - Use soft, even lighting - Avoid direct light causing glare - Avoid shadows on document - Flash not recommended (causes reflection) ### Angle - Shoot parallel to document surface - Slight tilt can avoid glare - Ensure all four corners are visible - Avoid excessive distortion ### Background - Use solid color background - Dark documents on light background - Avoid cluttered backgrounds - Desk or plain paper works well ### Clarity - Wait for focus to complete - Keep camera/phone stable - Small text should be readable ## ID Card Recognition Points ### Front Side Information - Full name - Gender - Date of birth - Address - ID number ### Back Side Information - Issuing authority - Valid dates ### Recognition Notes - Ensure ID number is complete and clear - Address may be long, capture fully - Validity info on back, photograph separately ## Privacy and Security ### Before Use - Choose trustworthy OCR services - Understand privacy policies - Confirm if data is stored ### During Use - Only upload necessary information - Avoid public network environments - Clear browser cache promptly ### After Use - Delete local document photos - Clear recognition history - Regularly check account security ## Common Applications ### 1. Bank Account Opening Remote account opening with auto-filled personal information from ID photos. ### 2. Hotel Check-in Quick guest information entry at front desk, improving service efficiency. ### 3. Identity Verification Real-name verification processes for apps and platforms. ### 4. Form Filling Auto-populate personal information fields in various forms. ## FAQ ### Q: How to handle severe glare on documents? A: Adjust shooting angle to avoid reflection points. Photograph in soft natural light, or use diffused lighting. ### Q: Can old, faded documents be recognized? A: You can try, but accuracy may decrease. Increase image contrast, or manually verify results. ### Q: What if recognition has errors? A: Document information is critical. Always carefully verify results and manually correct errors. ### Q: Are document photos saved? A: EasyOCR does not save uploaded document photos. Images are deleted immediately after recognition. ## Summary Document OCR greatly simplifies information entry processes. When using, protect personal privacy, choose trustworthy services, and carefully verify recognition accuracy.