DeepSeek OCR

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DeepSeek OCR combines state-of-the-art optical character recognition with AI-powered data extraction. Upload any document - invoices, receipts, forms, contracts - and optionally specify what data you need. The DeepSeek vision model will intelligently extract and structure information with exceptional accuracy, understanding context and relationships within documents.

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Input Parameters

Direct URL to the image file

Base64 encoded image data (alternative to URL)

Drop your file here or click to browse

Supports PDF, PNG, JPG, GIF, WebP (max 10MB)

Comma-separated list of specific fields to extract. If empty, extracts all visible text and data automatically.

Response

Run the tool to see results here

API Endpoint

POST
https://sparkco.ai/api/tools/deepseek-ocr/try

Rate Limits

Per minute:30 requests
Per hour:500 requests

Use Cases

Extract invoice totals and line items from receipts automatically
Parse contract terms and key dates from legal documents
Pull patient data from medical forms and charts with HIPAA compliance
Extract financial data from bank statements and reports

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Code Examples

DeepSeek OCR cURL Request

Extract document data using DeepSeek OCR via cURL

Request
curl -X POST "https://sparkco.ai/api/tools/deepseek-ocr/try" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "prompt": "total_price, tax, highlighted_item_name",
    "url": "https://platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/13666278/GettyImages_1076709312.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0%2C0%2C100%2C100&w=2400"
  }'
Response
{
  "success": true,
  "context": {
    "total_price": ["144.82"],
    "tax": ["4.58"],
    "highlighted_item_name": ["GALE"]
  },
  "width": 720,
  "height": 960,
  "tags": ["invoice", "receipt"]
}

Tutorial

Getting Started with DeepSeek OCR

DeepSeek OCR makes document data extraction effortless with advanced AI understanding. Here's how to use it:

  1. Prepare your document: Ensure your document is clear and readable. Supports JPG, PNG, PDF, and most image formats
  2. Choose extraction mode:
    • Automatic mode: Leave "Data to Extract" empty for full document analysis
    • Targeted mode: Specify exact fields you need (e.g., "total_amount, due_date, vendor_name")
  3. Submit the request: Provide either a direct image URL or base64-encoded image data
  4. Process results: DeepSeek returns structured JSON with extracted data and confidence scores

DeepSeek OCR Advantages

  • Context Understanding: Recognizes document types and adapts extraction accordingly
  • Multi-language Support: Handles documents in 50+ languages
  • Table Recognition: Automatically detects and extracts tabular data
  • Handwriting Support: Advanced recognition for handwritten text
  • Layout Preservation: Maintains document structure and relationships

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes DeepSeek OCR different from other OCR tools?

DeepSeek OCR uses advanced vision language models that understand document context, not just text recognition. It can infer relationships between data points and extract structured information intelligently.

What image formats and sizes are supported?

We support JPG, PNG, PDF, TIFF, and WebP files up to 10MB. Images should be at least 300 DPI for optimal results.

How accurate is DeepSeek OCR compared to traditional OCR?

DeepSeek OCR achieves 98%+ accuracy on standard business documents and 95%+ on handwritten text, significantly outperforming traditional OCR engines.

Can I extract data without specifying fields?

Yes! Leave the prompt field empty and DeepSeek will automatically extract all visible text and data, organizing it by detected document sections.

Does it work with complex layouts like invoices and forms?

Absolutely. DeepSeek excels at understanding document layouts, table structures, and form fields, making it perfect for business document processing.

Is there API rate limiting?

Yes, we have generous limits: 30 requests per minute and 500 per hour. Contact us for higher limits if needed.

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