# Scanfile Review

Pay-as-you-go AI file translator for PDFs, EPUBs, PowerPoint decks, and subtitle files, with no subscription required.

## Editor's Score: 63/100

Capability scores 16 because the format-preserving output across PDF, EPUB, PPTX, and subtitle files is genuinely useful, but DOCX and XLSX are unsupported, table recognition is not yet live, and there is no API, placing it well behind more mature translation platforms on feature completeness. Ease of use scores 20 because the automatic file routing, free sample previews, and private task links describe a friction-light flow with no account required for basic use. Value scores 18 because the $20.00 Max pack delivering 300 never-expiring credits at 15 credits per dollar is fair for occasional users, and the no-subscription model genuinely suits the target audience, though the absence of any information on per-page credit consumption makes it hard for a buyer to estimate total cost. Delivery scores 9 because the tool is explicitly in a first release with multiple advertised capabilities (table recognition, API, Word support) listed as future milestones rather than live features, and no third-party reviews exist to confirm that the live translation output meets expectations; the gap between what the site describes as planned and what is actually available today is wide enough to be a real trust concern for a buyer.

## Pros
- Credits never expire and the per-credit rate scales from 10 credits per dollar on the Essential pack to 15 credits per dollar on the Max pack, rewarding larger one-time purchases without locking anyone into a subscription.
- Scanned PDF support with page-by-page OCR, recognition, and rebuild is a genuine differentiator: most lightweight translation tools skip scanned documents entirely.
- Explicit privacy commitments are built into the architecture: source files deleted after 24 hours, result pages excluded from search indexes, and no use of uploaded content for model training.

## Cons
- DOCX, XLSX, and MOBI uploads are explicitly unsupported, which cuts out the two most common office document formats and limits the tool's usefulness for anyone working outside its supported set.
- Table recognition and handwriting modes are listed as future milestones, not live features, meaning complex PDF layouts with tables may produce degraded output right now.
- No public API and no webhook support exist yet, so any workflow that needs programmatic access or automated triggers cannot use Scanfile at all in its current state.

## Pricing

Paid.
- Essential: $5.00
- Plus: $10.00
- Max: $20.00

Pricing reflects what we saw at the time of review (2026-10). Confirm current pricing on the official site.

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Official site: https://scanfile.online/
Last verified by a human: 2026-10-16

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## Verdict

Scanfile suits occasional translators who need to handle a specific document format without committing to a monthly subscription. Credits never expire and the per-credit rate improves meaningfully at higher pack sizes, but the tool is early-stage: table and handwriting recognition, a public API, and Word or Excel support are all listed as future milestones rather than live features. Teams needing bulk processing or automation should look elsewhere now.

Best for: Individuals translating documents or subtitle files on an irregular basis
Not for: Teams needing API access, bulk file processing, or Word and Excel translation today

## Overview

Scanfile (scanfile.online) is a browser-based AI translation service focused entirely on file formats that general-purpose translators handle poorly: PDFs with complex layouts, EPUB books, PowerPoint presentations, and subtitle files in SRT, VTT, and ASS formats. Upload a file and the site routes it to the matching translator automatically, so you never pick a tool from a menu. The output preserves the source format: translated PDFs come back as PDFs, EPUBs as native EPUB books, PPTX as editable presentations, and subtitles with timestamps intact.

The pricing model is deliberately simple. Three one-time credit packs cover the full range: Essential ($5.00 for 50 credits, 10 credits per dollar), Plus ($10.00 for 120 credits, 12 credits per dollar), and Max ($20.00 for 300 credits, 15 credits per dollar). Credits never expire and work across all file types. If a translation job fails, held credits are released. Free samples are available before you commit any credits, though the exact allowance varies by format.

Privacy is a stated design priority. Uploaded source files are deleted after 24 hours, result pages are excluded from search indexes, and the site explicitly states that uploaded content is not used for model training. Each job gets a private task link rather than a shared dashboard. That architecture suits sensitive documents like legal contracts or immigration paperwork, which the site specifically calls out as target use cases.

The tool is candid about what is not ready yet. Table recognition, handwriting modes, Word and Excel uploads, a public API, and webhook support are all listed as future milestones. DOCX, XLSX, and MOBI are explicitly unsupported at this stage. For a buyer who needs those capabilities today, Scanfile is not the answer.

## Who should use it

Scanfile fits a specific kind of user: someone who translates documents occasionally rather than daily, and whose files are PDFs, EPUBs, presentations, or subtitle tracks. A researcher downloading foreign-language academic PDFs a few times a month, a small publisher converting EPUB books for new markets, or a video editor needing translated SRT files will each find the credit model cheaper than a monthly subscription they would barely use. The format-preserving output matters here: getting back an editable PPTX rather than a wall of plain text saves real time.

Anyone who needs to translate Word documents, Excel sheets, or MOBI files should stop here: those formats are not supported. Teams wanting to automate translation via API or process files in bulk will also hit a wall, since both capabilities are listed as future work rather than live features. For those users, a general-purpose translation platform with API access is the better fit today. Within the directory, EveryTool4U covers a broad range of file utility tasks in the browser at no cost and with no account required, which may serve users whose translation needs are lighter and less format-specific.

## FAQ

Q: Do Scanfile credits expire?
A: No. Credits never expire and work across all supported file types. If a translation job fails, any credits held for that job are released back to your balance.

Q: Can I try a translation before buying credits?
A: Yes. Free samples are available for eligible files before any purchase. The exact allowance varies by format; uploading a file shows the available preview and the credit estimate for the full job.

Q: Which file formats does Scanfile support?
A: Supported uploads are PDF, EPUB, PPTX, PPT, SRT, VTT, and ASS. DOCX, XLSX, and MOBI are explicitly not supported in the current release.

Q: How much does a full translation cost?
A: Cost depends on file length. Credits are priced at 10 per US$1 on the $5.00 Essential pack, 12 per US$1 on the $10.00 Plus pack, and 15 per US$1 on the $20.00 Max pack. The site shows a credit estimate before you commit.

Q: Are my uploaded files kept private?
A: Source files are deleted after 24 hours, result pages are excluded from search indexes, and the site states that uploaded content is not used for model training. Each job gets a private task link.

Q: Is there an API for automated translation?
A: Not yet. A public API and webhook support are listed as planned for a future milestone. Currently, all translation must be initiated through the web interface.