What types of documents can Amazon Textract process?
Amazon Textract can process a variety of documents including scanned PDFs, images (JPEG, PNG), forms, tables, and handwritten notes. It is optimized for printed text but also supports handwriting recognition.
How does Amazon Textract differ from traditional OCR?
Unlike traditional OCR that only extracts raw text, Textract uses machine learning to understand the context of documents, extracting structured data such as forms and tables, preserving relationships between data elements.
Is Amazon Textract secure for sensitive documents?
Yes, Textract encrypts data both at rest and in transit. It integrates with AWS security services and complies with industry standards such as HIPAA and PCI DSS, making it suitable for sensitive data processing.
How is Amazon Textract priced?
Textract uses a pay-as-you-go pricing model with a free tier allowing 1,000 pages per month. Charges apply based on the number of pages processed and the types of extraction performed, such as text, forms, or tables.