How to scan documents
with iPhone

Instantly scan and convert paper documents into PDFs with your iPhone or iPad.

  1. Download and open the iFax app for iPhone.
  2. Tap “Scan Documents” and press the shutter button for your phone’s camera to capture the scan.
  3. Adjust, edit, and review the scanned document, then tap Save.
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Save, import, and send

Instantly save the scanned document as a PDF and share it via email or fax.

Use your iPhone to streamline workflows, send paperwork on the go, and reduce the hassle of manual file transfers.

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How to Scan on iPhone - Frequently Asked Questions

To scan a document on your iPhone using its default Notes app, launch the app, tap the clipboard icon, and select “Scan Document.” The built-in iPhone camera will function as a scanner. It will automatically detect your paper document, capture it clearly, and let you save or share it as a digital file (e.g., PDF).

Yes. After scanning, tap Save, and your iPhone will automatically create a PDF file of your document. You can then rename it, store it in Files or iCloud Drive, or share it directly through email, iCloud, or AirDrop for quick delivery.

Absolutely. Once scanned, you can crop, rotate, adjust color filters, or use markup tools to sign or annotate your document. If your scan includes text, the OCR (Optical Character Recognition) feature also lets you copy and edit the text content digitally.

Yes. The iPhone scanning feature works completely offline, allowing you to capture and store documents even without Wi-Fi or mobile data. An internet connection is only required if you want to sync your scans to iCloud or share them online.

Yes. You can scan and fax your document from an iPhone using a mobile faxing app, such as iFax, or similar services. Doing so allows you to fax signed documents, health forms, and business contracts directly from your iPhone, eliminating the need for a physical fax machine.

Go Beyond Scanning. Start Faxing.
Don't stop at scanning. With iFax, you can securely fax any document right from your iPhone, keeping your workflow paperless, secure, and streamlined.
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