How to use Scan to PDF
Select JPG or PNG scans and run the tool. It creates one PDF page per image.
What the result contains
The images remain images; this tool does not recognize their text.
Practical tip
For readable scans, use clear images with a consistent orientation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an account?
No account is needed to run this tool.
Are my files uploaded?
No. Scan to PDF runs in your browser, so your file is processed on your own device and is not uploaded to our server. The page only downloads the free code libraries it needs.
Should I check the downloaded file?
Yes. Open the result and confirm its pages and content before sharing or deleting your original.
When to use Scan to PDF
- No scanner at home: photograph documents with your phone and turn them into a proper PDF.
- Forms and applications: send signed forms, permission slips or claims as one file.
- Receipts and bills: keep a tidy digital copy for taxes or warranty claims.
- Multi-page documents: combine photos of each page into one PDF in the right order.
How to photograph documents well
- Put the page on a dark, flat surface so the edges stand out.
- Use daylight or a bright room, and avoid the flash, which causes glare.
- Hold the phone straight above the page so the text isn't slanted.
- Fill the frame with the page and crop away the background before converting.
- Keep every page the same way up.
Good to know before you start
Scan to PDF accepts JPG and PNG images and puts one image on each page. The pages stay as pictures, so you can't search or copy the text. To get the text, run the finished PDF through OCR PDF.
Why use PDFCloudy
Photos of documents often show addresses, account details or signatures. Here they are turned into a PDF on your own device and never uploaded. No app to install and no account.
More questions about Scan to PDF
What's the difference between Scan to PDF and JPG to PDF?
Both turn images into a PDF. Scan to PDF is meant for photos of paper documents. JPG to PDF suits any pictures, such as artwork or screenshots.
Can I use iPhone HEIC photos?
Convert them to JPG first. On iPhone, set Settings → Camera → Formats → Most Compatible to save new photos as JPG.
The PDF is too large to email. What can I do?
Use Compress PDF.
A page came out sideways. How do I fix it?
Rotate the photo on your phone and convert again, or use Rotate PDF if the whole document is sideways.