Abbyy Finereader PDF 16 Standard

Abbyy Finereader PDF 16 Standard

ABBYY FineReader turns scans and photos of documents into editable text and edits PDFs – with the accurate text recognition ABBYY is known for.

The licence is valid for the term you choose (1 year, 3 years) from activation and does not renew automatically – there is no subscription for you to cancel. The program runs on Windows. We send you the licence key and download link by email.

What’s included in Abbyy Finereader PDF 16 Standard

• Text recognition (OCR) in over 190 languages
• Convert scans to Word, Excel and searchable PDFs
• Edit, annotate and merge PDFs
• Fill in forms and protect documents
• Tables and layouts are preserved
• Batch processing of many documents

Who is Abbyy Finereader PDF 16 Standard for?

• Offices with lots of paper documents
• Law firms and public administration
• Students and researchers
• Anyone who needs to keep working with scans

At a glance

Other editions

You will find more programs in the category PDF and OCR.

About the manufacturer

ABBYY is one of the leading specialists in text recognition (OCR). Its technology is built into many scanners and business solutions and is known for very accurate recognition, even with difficult originals.

An example from practice

A local authority scans old contracts and converts them into searchable PDFs. A single search term is enough to find the right passage in hundreds of pages.

What to look out for when buying

• Check that your system meets the requirements.
• The term only begins when you activate the licence.
• The licence covers one device unless you select otherwise on this page.
• All programs are supplied as a download.
• If you have any questions before buying, we are happy to advise you by e-mail, phone or live chat.

System requirements

• Operating system: Windows 10 or Windows 11
• Memory: at least 4 GB recommended
• Hard disk: from a few hundred MB to several GB, depending on the program
• Internet: required for download and activation

The exact requirements are listed on the manufacturer’s website.

Tips for getting started

• When you first start the program, take a few minutes for the manufacturer’s introduction or help.
• Try out new features on a copy of your files first.
• Make a backup before any major changes.
• Keep your licence key and invoice in a safe place, for example for a later reinstallation.

Installation and activation

1. Download the program via the link in our email.
2. Start the installation and follow the wizard.
3. Enter the licence key when the program asks for it – with some manufacturers you sign in to a free customer account to do this.
4. Done – Abbyy Finereader PDF 16 Standard is ready to use.

Frequently asked questions

Does the licence renew automatically?

No. The licence ends automatically after the term; to renew, you buy a new key.

Does the program run on a Mac?

No, this edition is for Windows.

Can I transfer the licence to a new PC?

As a rule, yes: uninstall or deactivate the program on the old device and activate it on the new one. The details are set by the manufacturer.

Do I need a customer account with the manufacturer?

That depends on the manufacturer. If an account is required, it is free of charge; the instructions in our email take you through every step.

Which languages does the program support?

The interface is available in German. Which other languages are included depends on the product and version – feel free to ask us before you buy.

Can I exchange the licence?

Yes, as long as the product key has not yet been redeemed or activated. Simply send us an e-mail.

Will I receive an invoice?

Yes, with VAT shown, with your company address on request.

Delivery, invoice and support

• Delivery by e-mail: you will usually receive the licence key, download link and instructions within 5 to 30 minutes of payment (daily 09:00–21:00 CET). More under Shipping & payment.
• Invoice: every order comes with a proper invoice, with your company address on request.
• Origin of the licence: we source our licences from distributors and wholesalers in Europe. We explain exactly how this works on the page Buying legal software.
• Support: if you have questions about installation or activation, we help by e-mail (Mon–Sun 09:00–21:00 CET), phone (Mon–Fri 09:00–14:00 CET), live chat or remote support with TeamViewer.

Our goodwill promise

If the edition you ordered is ever no longer available, we will supply the next higher edition with the same term and number of devices at no extra charge. You never pay more than the price at which you ordered.