When to convert images to PDF
Converting images to PDF is the fastest way to send multiple photos as a single organized attachment, submit scanned documents as a unified file, create a photo portfolio or product catalog, combine screenshots into a readable report, or satisfy upload requirements that only accept PDF files. PDF is universally accepted where loose image files often aren't — job portals, government forms, and email clients all handle PDF more reliably than collections of image files.
How to convert images to PDF free — step by step
- Open ihatepdf.cv/images-to-pdf — no sign-up required
- Upload your images — JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, or BMP. Upload multiple at once.
- Drag thumbnails to set the page order in the output PDF
- Choose page size: fit to image, A4, US Letter, or original dimensions
- Click Convert and download the PDF — no watermark, no compression of image quality
Supported image formats
- JPG / JPEG — the most common photo format. Ideal for photographs.
- PNG — lossless format. Best for screenshots, diagrams, and documents with text.
- WebP — modern web format used by many websites and apps.
- GIF — only the first frame is used for static PDF conversion.
- BMP — uncompressed Windows bitmap format.
Combine photos from a phone scan into one PDF
Photographed documents on a phone produce individual image files. Convert them to a single PDF using this tool: upload all photos at once, drag to put them in the correct page order, and convert. The result is one organized PDF ready to email or submit. For even better scan quality, try the dedicated camera scanner which applies document enhancement and cropping before creating the PDF.
Compress after converting
Image-based PDFs can be large because each page is essentially a full-resolution photo. After converting, run the PDF through ihatepdf's compressor to reduce the file size significantly before sending or uploading.
Converting iPhone (HEIC) and Android photos
Android phones save photos as JPG, which upload and convert here directly. Recent iPhones, however, often save in Apple's HEIC format, which most tools cannot read. The simplest fix: in the iPhone Photos app choose Share, and either AirDrop or save the photo, which usually converts it to JPG — or change Settings → Camera → Formats to "Most Compatible" so future shots are saved as JPG. Once your images are JPG or PNG you can batch-upload them all, reorder, and combine them into one PDF in seconds.
Fit-to-image vs A4: choosing the right page size
The page-size option changes how each photo sits on the page. Fit to image makes every PDF page exactly the size of its picture, with no white border — ideal for photo portfolios, product catalogues, and screenshots. A4 or US Letter places each image on a standard sheet, which is what job portals, visa applications, and office printers expect for scanned documents. Choose A4 when the PDF will be printed or uploaded to a form, and fit-to-image when the pictures themselves are the point.
Frequently asked questions
Does converting images to PDF reduce their quality?
No. Images are embedded at full resolution with no recompression, so the PDF looks identical to the originals. If the resulting file is large, compress it afterwards to trade a little quality for a smaller size.
Can I convert HEIC photos from my iPhone?
Convert HEIC images to JPG first — share or re-save them from the Photos app, or set the camera to "Most Compatible" format — then upload the JPGs here.
How many images can I convert at once?
As many as your device memory allows — typically 50+ images on a desktop browser.
Will the PDF have a watermark?
No. ihatepdf never adds watermarks to any output.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. Everything runs locally using pdf-lib and browser canvas APIs. Your images never leave your device.