# Paperlane: Scan to PDF — Document Scanner, PDF & OCR

> Mobile document scanner creating multi-page PDFs with OCR and export options. (iPhone/iPad app by Levin David Schwab.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paperlane-scan-to-pdf/id6780053638 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Levin David Schwab](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896432297)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paperlane-scan-to-pdf/id6780053638/reviews.md

## What is Paperlane?

Paperlane is a free iPhone app that turns your phone into a document scanner and produces a clean, multi-page PDF in seconds. It automatically detects page edges and corrects perspective, keeps every scan on-device in a private library, and adds no watermark and no sign-up. A one-time Paperlane Pro purchase adds searchable OCR text, PDF merging, JPG/PNG export, password protection, and removes ads.

Point, scan, and get a clean PDF in seconds. No subscription, no watermark, no account.

FREE, FOREVER
• Unlimited scans with automatic edge detection and perspective correction
• Real, multi-page PDFs that open, print and share anywhere
• A tidy on-device library, and your documents never leave your iPhone
• No watermark. No scan limit. No sign-up.
• Supported by ads, which Paperlane Pro removes

PAPERLANE PRO, one-time purchase
• Searchable OCR text layer (find any word inside a scan)
• Combine pages into one PDF
• Export as JPG or PNG
• Password-protect sensitive PDFs
• Removes all ads

PRIVATE BY DESIGN
Scanning, text recognition and PDF creation all happen on your device. Paperlane has no servers of its own, and your scans are never uploaded. The free version shows ads served by Google AdMob, which never receive your documents. You are asked for consent first, and can withdraw it at any time under Ad privacy in the settings.

Pay once, keep it forever. No monthly fees, ever.

## Key features

- Automatic edge detection
- Perspective correction
- Multi-page PDF creation
- On-device private library
- Searchable OCR text
- PDF merging
- JPG/PNG export

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScanLite Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paperlane-scan-to-pdf/id6780053638/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fast, Simple and Reliable

*2026-08-24*

ScanLite is a clean and easy-to-use app that makes scanning feel quick and convenient. The interface is straightforward, the experience is smooth, and everything feels well organized. A handy tool for everyday scanning needs!

## Frequently asked questions about Paperlane

### Does Paperlane have ads?

Yes, the free version of Paperlane contains advertisements served by Google AdMob. These ads are removed with the one-time Paperlane Pro purchase.

### What is Paperlane Pro?

Paperlane Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks advanced features such as searchable OCR text, PDF merging, JPG/PNG export, password protection, and removes all advertisements.

### Is Paperlane free to use?

Yes, Paperlane is free to use forever, offering unlimited scans with automatic edge detection and perspective correction. Advanced features are available via a one-time purchase.

### How does Paperlane protect my privacy?

Paperlane is designed for privacy, with all scanning, text recognition, and PDF creation happening on your device. Your documents are never uploaded to Paperlane's servers.

### Can I combine multiple scans into one PDF with Paperlane?

Yes, the ability to combine pages into a single PDF is available as part of the Paperlane Pro upgrade.

### What devices does Paperlane support?

Paperlane is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is Paperlane updated?

The latest version, 2.1.0, was released on August 31, 2026, indicating active development and regular updates.

### Can I export my scanned documents in formats other than PDF?

Yes, Paperlane Pro allows you to export your scanned documents as JPG or PNG files in addition to PDF.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2026-08-31

The app has a new name: Paperlane. Same app, same library, and your Pro unlock carries over.

Markup now lands on the page you are looking at. Drawing on page 5 used to change page 1 and destroyed its text layer.

The description now says plainly that the free version is supported by ads, and that consent can be withdrawn at any time in the settings.

### 2.0.2 — 2026-07-26

Performance improvements and bug fixes.

### 2.0.1 — 2026-07-24

Minor improvements and updated App Store information.

### 2.0 — 2026-06-19

ScanLite 2.0 — a big free upgrade.

FREE now includes:
• OCR on every scan + search inside your documents
• Enhance filters (color / grayscale / B&W) + manual crop
• Folders, page editor (reorder/delete/add), photo import
• ID-card mode and Face ID library lock

PRO adds: export text to Word (.docx) & .txt, PDF compression, markup & sign, business-card to contact, and on-device AI naming. One-time purchase. No subscription, ever.

### 1.0 — 2026-06-17

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-10.*