Scan to PDF
Photos of paper documents become one tidy PDF, in the order you choose.
About Scan to PDF
Scan to PDF turns photos or scans of paper documents (JPG or PNG) into one tidy PDF. Add up to 50 images, drag them into the right order, and download a single document.
It is made for the common case of photographing paper with your phone and needing a proper PDF to send.
When to use Scan to PDF
- Photograph a multi-page form or letter and send it as one PDF.
- Turn receipts into a single expense-claim file.
- Combine photos of whiteboard notes or handwritten pages.
Tips for the best result
- Take photos in good light, from directly above, with the page filling the frame.
- Keep the pages in order as you shoot them, then check the order before converting.
- For text you want to search or copy later, run OCR PDF on the result.
How to use Scan to PDF online
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Upload your files
Choose up to 50 JPG, PNG files or drag and drop them onto the page. Drag to set the order.
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Choose your options
Adjust the settings if you need to, or keep the sensible defaults.
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Run Scan to PDF
Click the button and the file is processed on our secure server in seconds.
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Download the result
Download your new file. Your upload and the result are deleted automatically afterwards.
Read the full guide: How to Scan Documents to PDF with Your Phone (Free, Online) →
Frequently asked questions
Does Scan to PDF make the text searchable?
No. The pages stay images. To make the text searchable and selectable, run the finished PDF through OCR PDF.
Is Scan to PDF free?
Yes. You can use Scan to PDF on SnapPDF for free, without creating an account. Paid plans only raise the limits for heavy use.
How do I use Scan to PDF?
1. Upload your files. 2. Choose your options. 3. Run Scan to PDF. 4. Download the result.
Are my files safe?
Yes. Files are sent over HTTPS, stored encrypted, visible only to you, and deleted automatically after processing. We never sell your files or use them to train AI.
Do I need to install any software?
No. Scan to PDF works in any modern browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Which file types are supported?
Scan to PDF accepts JPG, PNG files, up to 50 at a time.
What else can I do with SnapPDF?
SnapPDF has more organize pdf tools and many others to merge, split, compress, convert, edit and secure PDFs.