Scan to PDF
Capture paper documents using your mobile or laptop camera and export a crisp PDF.
Ready to scan paper pages
Activate camera to photograph receipts, contracts, or forms page by page.
How to use Scan to PDF in 3 easy steps
No software installation required. 100% free and runs smoothly on mobile, tablet, or desktop.
1. Enable Camera
Grant camera access on your smartphone, tablet, or webcam.
2. Capture Document Pages
Snap as many pages as needed in order.
3. Generate & Download PDF
Save your combined multi-page PDF document instantly.
Guaranteed Document Confidentiality
Your files stay on your machine. Client-side tools do not send your files to our servers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Scan to PDF on HoudiniPDF.
Does it work with back/rear cameras on phones?
Yes, the scanner defaults to the rear document-facing camera on mobile devices.
Is there a limit to how many pages I can scan?
You can scan up to 50 pages into a single document.
Are photographs saved anywhere online?
No. Camera frames are held in memory on your device and never uploaded to any remote server.
Can I reorder or delete bad photos?
Yes, each captured page thumbnail has a delete button before you finalize the PDF.
Is this tool completely free?
Yes, 100% free with no subscriptions or accounts required.
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