How do I scan a document to PDF for free?

Tap Start camera, capture each page, then click Create PDF & download. Runs in your browser.

Do I need to install an app?

No — the camera opens directly in your browser. You may need to allow camera permission.

Can I use existing photos instead?

Yes — use Choose photos to pick images from your device.

Are my scans uploaded?

No — the PDF is built locally in your browser on scantext.net.

What do you need?

Scan to PDF

Processed on your device when possible · Enhanced scan deletes files in ~60s

Scan documents with your camera

Capture one or more pages, then export a PDF — all in your browser.

Stays on your device — we do not upload your images.

1Upload your file(s)
2Choose options if needed
3Download — stays on your device

About this tool

Scan to PDF answers searches like scan document to pdf free, scan with phone camera to pdf, camera scanner online, and turn photos into a pdf. ScanText at scantext.net opens your device camera right in the browser — capture one page or many, then export them as a single PDF, no app to install. You can also pick existing photos from your device instead of using the camera. It's the quick way to digitize a receipt, contract, ID, or handwritten note and send it as a proper PDF. Because pages are processed on your device, your captures never reach our servers. No account, no watermark, and it works on Android, iPhone and desktop webcams in any modern browser.

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: Tap Start camera, capture each page, then click Create PDF & download. Runs in your browser.

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