Private browser-based PDF scanner effect
Make a PDF
look scanned
online.
Upload a PDF, adjust realistic scanner effects, and preview it privately in your browser. Export with a one-time pass from $1.99. No subscription. No file uploads.
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100% browser-based
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Why PDF2Scan
A scanned PDF look,
without a scanner.
Create realistic scanned PDFs for forms, contracts, signatures, and paperwork — without uploading private files.
Realistic Scan Effect
Add noise, blur, contrast, paper color, and micro-rotation so a clean digital PDF looks like it came from a real scanner.
100% Private
All processing happens in your browser. Your PDF never touches our servers. Perfect for sensitive contracts, legal documents, and IDs.
Preview Before You Pay
Tune the scan effect for free. A credit is used only when you export the final PDF.
All Devices
Works on any modern browser — desktop, tablet, or smartphone. iOS and Android included. No app download needed.
8 Languages
Available in English, Português, Español, 中文, Français, Deutsch, हिन्दी, and اردو. More languages coming soon.
Full Customization
Control every aspect: rotation angle, paper texture, ink saturation, scanner noise level, edge darkening, and more.
How it works
From digital PDF
to scanned PDF.
01
Upload your PDF
Select any PDF or image file from your device. Drag-and-drop supported. Your file stays on your device.
02
Customize the effect
Adjust rotation, noise, blur, contrast, and brightness to simulate different scanner qualities and conditions.
03
Preview in real-time
See instant before/after preview. Fine-tune until the result looks exactly the way you need it.
04
Download
Choose one-time access, sign in without a password, and export your scanned PDF.
Pricing
Simple one-time pricing
Preview your PDF for free. Pay only when you are ready to export. No subscriptions.
1-Hour Pass
$1.99
one-time · no subscription
1 hour
unlimited PDF exports
✓ Unlimited exports
✓ Starts after payment
✓ No subscription
✓ Private browser processing
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24-Hour Pass
$2.99
one-time · no subscription
24 hours
unlimited PDF exports
✓ Unlimited exports
✓ Best for multiple documents
✓ Starts after payment
✓ No subscription
100 Credits
$4.99
one-time · no subscription
100
credits · never expire
✓ 100 PDF exports
✓ Credits never expire
✓ Use across different devices
✓ No subscription
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All plans are one-time purchases. Prices are shown in USD. Taxes may apply at checkout.
FAQ
Common questions
You can upload, edit, and preview your PDF for free. Exporting requires a one-time pass or non-expiring credits.
No. Every PDF2Scan purchase is a one-time payment. There are no recurring charges.
Your pass starts as soon as your payment is confirmed. The 1-hour pass provides unlimited exports for one hour, and the 24-hour pass provides unlimited exports for 24 hours.
No. Credits purchased with the 100 Credits plan never expire.
You do not need a password. We use a secure email magic code so you can access your passes and credits on another device.
No. Your PDF is processed locally in your browser and is never uploaded to PDF2Scan servers.
You can purchase another pass or use any non-expiring credits available in your account.
Exports are unlimited while a pass is active. When using credits, each completed export uses one credit.