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About Scan to PDF

Your phone camera is already a scanner — ILikePdf Scan to PDF makes it a good one. Open the tool, allow camera access, and photograph your document; auto-crop removes the background and deskew straightens the perspective. Capture multiple pages and download the assembled PDF. Everything runs in the browser with no app to install and no upload, so even confidential papers stay on your device.

How to scan a document to PDF Scan to PDF

Step 1: Open the tool and grant camera access when prompted.
Step 2: Place your document on a flat surface with even lighting.
Step 3: Capture a photo — the tool auto-crops edges and straightens perspective.
Step 4: Add more pages by capturing additional photos.
Step 5: Download the assembled PDF.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I scan documents to PDF for free?

Yes. Use your device camera to scan any document — receipts, contracts, ID cards — and save as a PDF. Free, no upload, no watermark, no sign-up.

What scan quality options are available?

Choose from Photo (72 DPI), Document (200 DPI), or High Quality (300 DPI). Auto-enhancement adjusts brightness, contrast, and sharpens text automatically.

Can I scan multiple pages into one PDF?

Yes. Scan page by page and combine them all into a single multi-page PDF. Reorder, rotate, or delete pages before finalising the document.

Does scanning happen locally?

Yes. Camera capture and PDF generation both run in your browser. Your scanned document never leaves your device.

Can I adjust the scan crop area?

Yes. After capturing, drag and resize the crop box to select exactly the document area. Perspective correction straightens angled captures automatically.

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