Skanpage
apps.kde.org
What it is
Skanpage is a free Linux scanning application focused on multi-page documents, while also handling single-page documents and images. It works with flatbed and automatic document feeder scanners and provides configurable device options. Scanned pages can be reordered, rotated, or deleted before saving. The application exports multi-page scans as PDF documents and can save image files; OCR is included. KDE lists Skanpage under the GPL-2.0+ license. Linux installation is available through AppStream application stores or a distribution package manager, with a Flathub link. KDE provides links to the source code, bug-reporting page, and a community discussion forum. Its software privacy policy says software generally does not transmit information from a user’s device unless an explicit action occurs. KDE e.V., a registered non-profit organization, represents the KDE Community in legal and financial matters. The listed plan is free, with no free trial needed.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- Skanpage is a simple scanning application optimized for multi-page document scanning, and it can also scan and save single-page documents and images.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- Privacy
- KDE's software privacy policy says its software generally does not transmit information from users' devices except following an explicit user action.Read 3 Oct 2026 · kde.org
- Support
- KDE lists a community discussion forum for help with Skanpage.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- License
- The page lists Skanpage under the GPL-2.0+ license.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- Availability
- The KDE Applications page lists Linux installation through AppStream application stores or a distribution package manager, and links to Flathub.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- Code and bugs
- The page links to Skanpage source code and a bug reporting page.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- Device options
- It provides configurable options for the scanning device.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- Export formats
- It saves scans as multi-page PDF documents and image files.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- Organization
- KDE e.V. is a registered non-profit organization that represents the KDE Community in legal and financial matters.Read 3 Oct 2026 · ev.kde.org
- Page editing
- Scanned pages can be reordered, rotated, and deleted.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
- Scanner support
- It scans from flatbed and automatic document feeder (ADF) scanners.Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.kde.org
Plans and prices
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Free Linux scanning application
- Supports flatbed and ADF scanners
- Reorder, rotate, or delete pages
- Exports multi-page PDF documents
- OCR included
Limits
- Linux platform only
- Requires compatible scanning hardware
- PDF and image export are the listed formats
Who it suits
Skanpage fits Linux users who scan multi-page paperwork or images with flatbed or ADF hardware. It also suits users wanting page editing and PDF export in a GPL-licensed application.
Verdict
Skanpage keeps scanning straightforward while providing page arrangement, OCR, and PDF output. Its Linux distribution options and GPL license suit users who prefer KDE software and community support.
Where Specifiction places it
- Scanner Software#20 of 227.0