Parseflow
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What is Parseflow?
ParseFlow is a developer-first document parsing API that converts PDFs, DOCX, TXT files, and images into structured JSON output. It focuses on evidence-focused extractions, returning field-level confidence scores, metadata, and actual text snippets so developers can see exactly where extracted data comes from. The tool uses OCR and pattern matching to extract data from invoices, receipts, contracts, IDs, and more in under 2 seconds with 95%+ accuracy.
Key features include support for 5 document types (invoices, receipts, contracts, IDs, and general documents), 50+ languages with automatic language detection, batch processing up to 50 files per call, webhooks, custom extraction templates, and SDKs for Python, Node.js, and Go. The API requires no ML model training or template configuration—just upload a document and receive clean JSON ready for databases, spreadsheets, or applications.
ParseFlow is built for developers, accounting teams, legal professionals, HR departments, and insurance companies who need reliable document parsing without writing custom parsers. It integrates with LangChain, LlamaIndex, and MCP-compatible agent workflows, making it ideal for RAG systems, document processing pipelines, and data extraction workflows.
Parseflow pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free: $0/month for 100 pages/month, invoice & receipt extraction, JSON output, community support, 5 MB file size limit. Starter: $19/month for 5,000 pages/month, SDK access, batch processing, all document types, email support, 20 MB file size limit. Pro (Most Popular): $49/month for 25,000 pages/month, all output formats, batch processing up to 50 files, priority support, 50 MB file size limit, webhooks, custom extraction templates, multi-language OCR (50+ languages). Enterprise: $149/month for 100,000 pages/month, priority processing, all document types, unlimited batch processing, dedicated support, 100 MB file size limit, custom extraction templates, 99.9% SLA guarantee.
Parseflow pros
- 100 free pages/month with no credit card required
- Structured JSON output in under 2 seconds
- Field-level confidence scores for every extracted field
- Returns actual text snippets and metadata as evidence
- Supports PDF, DOCX, TXT, JPG, and PNG files
- 50+ languages with automatic language detection OCR
- No ML models to train or templates to configure
- Simple REST API with 3 lines of code integration
- SDKs available for Python, Node.js, and Go
- Batch processing up to 50 files per call on Pro plan
- Webhooks support for asynchronous processing
- Custom extraction templates on Pro and Enterprise plans
- Integrates with LangChain and LlamaIndex
- BYOK support for bringing your own model provider keys
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Drag-and-drop dashboard for non-API usage
- 95%+ accuracy on invoice and receipt extraction
Parseflow cons
- Free tier limited to 5 MB file size
- Only 100 pages/month on free plan
- Starter plan at $19/month may be costly for small projects
- No phone support on any plan
- Enterprise SLA only on $149/month tier
- Limited to 5 document types (not all document formats)
- Batch processing limited to 50 files even on Pro
- Custom extraction templates not available on Free or Starter
- No on-premise deployment option
- OCR accuracy may vary on heavily damaged documents
Frequently asked questions about Parseflow
What is ParseFlow and what does it do?
ParseFlow is a developer-first document parsing API that converts PDFs, DOCX, TXT files, and images into structured JSON. It extracts data from invoices, receipts, contracts, and IDs with field-level confidence scores, metadata, and actual text snippets, returning results in under 2 seconds without requiring ML model training or template configuration.
Is there a free tier or free trial?
Yes, ParseFlow offers 100 free pages/month on the Free plan at $0/month. No credit card is required to try, and there is no commitment. The free tier includes invoice and receipt extraction, JSON output, community support, and a 5 MB file size limit.
What document types does ParseFlow support?
ParseFlow supports 5 document types: invoices, receipts, contracts, IDs (passports, driver licenses, national IDs), and general documents. It works with PDF, JPG, PNG, DOCX, and TXT file formats.
How accurate is ParseFlow's extraction?
ParseFlow delivers 95%+ accuracy on invoice and receipt extraction. Every extracted field includes a confidence score so you can identify which fields may need human review. The engine uses OCR and pattern matching to identify and extract fields.
What programming languages and SDKs are supported?
ParseFlow provides a simple REST API that works with any programming language. Official SDKs are available for Python, Node.js, and Go. Integration typically takes under 5 minutes with just 3 lines of code.
Can I process multiple documents at once?
Yes, ParseFlow supports batch processing. The Starter plan includes batch processing, the Pro plan allows up to 50 files per batch, and the Enterprise plan offers unlimited batch processing.
What languages does the OCR support?
ParseFlow supports 50+ languages with OCR and automatic language detection. Multi-language OCR is included on the Pro plan and above.
Do I need to train ML models or configure templates?
No. ParseFlow requires no ML models to train and no templates to configure. You simply upload your document via the REST API or drag-and-drop in the dashboard, and the engine automatically extracts fields with confidence scores.
What integrations does ParseFlow work with?
ParseFlow integrates with LangChain, LlamaIndex, and MCP-compatible agent workflows. It is ideal for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), document processing, and data extraction workflows.
What support options are available?
The Free plan includes community support. The Starter plan includes email support. The Pro plan includes priority support. The Enterprise plan includes dedicated support and a 99.9% SLA guarantee.