How do I scan my passport to PDF with PixelPDF?

Open PixelPDF and use your iPhone camera to photograph your passport's data page. The app automatically detects the document edges, crops the image precisely, and enhances clarity. Tap convert to generate a high-resolution PDF. The entire process takes seconds and happens completely offline -- your passport data never leaves your device.

Is the scan quality good enough for official use?

Yes. PixelPDF captures identity documents at full iPhone camera resolution and applies intelligent enhancement to ensure text, photos, and security features are clearly visible. You can select the Original or High quality setting for maximum detail. The resulting PDFs meet the requirements for visa applications, bank account openings, insurance claims, and other official submissions.

How does PixelPDF protect my identity document privacy?

PixelPDF processes all scans 100% locally on your iPhone. Your passport photos, ID card images, and personal data are never uploaded to any server, cloud service, or third-party platform. This offline-first approach ensures your most sensitive identity documents remain completely private and under your control at all times.

Can I scan both sides of an ID card into one PDF?

Absolutely. PixelPDF supports multi-page scanning, so you can capture the front and back of any ID card, driver's license, or other two-sided document and combine them into a single PDF file. Simply scan the front side first, then add the back side as a second page before converting to PDF.

What types of identity documents can I scan?

PixelPDF can scan any identity document including passports, national ID cards, driver's licenses, visa stickers and documents, residence permits, work permits, social security cards, insurance cards, student IDs, and military identification. The smart edge detection works with all standard document sizes and formats.

How can I share my scanned ID document PDF?

After scanning your ID to PDF, you can share it instantly via email, AirDrop, iMessage, WhatsApp, or any messaging app. You can also save the PDF to the Files app, iCloud Drive, Google Drive, Dropbox, or any other cloud storage service. PixelPDF makes it easy to send identity documents whenever you need them.

Secure ID & Passport Scanner for iPhone

Scan ID Cards & Passports to PDF

Capture crystal-clear scans of passports, ID cards, driver's licenses, and visa documents on your iPhone. PixelPDF delivers high-resolution PDF scans with automatic edge detection, glare reduction, and dual-side capture. 100% offline -- your identity documents never leave your device.

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Why PixelPDF is the Best ID & Passport Scanner

High-Res ID Capture

Capture identity documents at full iPhone camera resolution. Every detail -- text, photo, holograms, and security features -- is preserved with exceptional clarity for official-quality PDF output.

Auto-Edge Detection

Smart algorithms automatically detect the edges of your ID card, passport, or license and crop precisely. No manual adjustment needed -- get perfectly framed document scans every time.

Glare Reduction

Laminated ID cards and passport pages often produce glare. PixelPDF's enhancement engine minimizes reflections and glare artifacts, producing clear scans even from glossy documents.

Dual-Side Scanning

Scan both the front and back of ID cards, driver's licenses, and residence permits into a single multi-page PDF. Keep all sides of your identity documents organized in one file.

Secure & Private

Your identity documents deserve maximum protection. PixelPDF processes everything 100% offline on your device. No cloud uploads, no server storage, no third-party access to your sensitive ID data.

Universal PDF Output

Generate standard PDF files that are universally accepted. Share your scanned ID documents with banks, embassies, employers, and institutions in the format they expect.

How to Scan ID Cards & Passports to PDF in 3 Steps

Position Your Document

Open PixelPDF and place your ID card, passport, or license on a flat surface. Use your iPhone camera to capture it, or select an existing photo from your library.

Auto-Detect & Enhance

PixelPDF automatically detects document edges, crops precisely, and enhances the image. Add the back side as a second page if needed for two-sided documents.

Convert & Share Securely

Tap convert to create your PDF instantly. Share via email, AirDrop, or messaging apps. Save to Files or iCloud Drive for secure access whenever you need it.