Scan a printed photo.
Take a photo of an old or printed photograph, then let PourQui detect it, straighten it and automatically remove everything around it.
The photo was detected and straightened automatically.
Place the photo on a plain background that contrasts with it, keep all four edges visible, and try to photograph it fairly straight without strong reflections.
Tip: place the photo on a plain contrasting background, keep all four edges visible, and photograph it fairly straight.
Digitize a printed photo in seconds
Add a picture taken with your phone or camera, then let PourQui detect the printed photo. The tool automatically corrects perspective and removes everything around it to keep only the photo.
Add the photo
Place the print on a plain contrasting background, then photograph it with all four edges visible.
The tool detects the photo
PourQui automatically finds the edges of the photo and then straightens it.
Download the result
The digitized photo can be saved as JPG or PNG, with or without enhancement.
Why scan an old printed photo?
Digitizing a printed photo lets you keep a copy on a computer or phone, share it more easily with family, or prepare it for restoration. The tool is especially useful for old album photos, family prints, or memories you want to preserve without using a flatbed scanner.
Preserve a memory
A digital copy lets you keep a version of the photo even if the paper print deteriorates over time.
Share more easily
Once digitized, the photo can be sent by email, messaging app, or added to a digital album.
Prepare for enhancement
After scanning, you can apply a light enhancement or use the dedicated tool afterward for further adjustments.
How should you photograph a printed photo for a better scan?
Place the photo flat on a plain background that contrasts with its edges. Try to photograph the print straight on, with all four sides visible and without strong reflections. Even lighting also helps the tool distinguish the photo from the background and correct its perspective.
Scan only ou scanner et améliorer ?
Le mode « Scan only » se concentre sur la détection de la photo, le redressement et la suppression de ce qui l’entoure. Le mode « Scan and enhance » ajoute une correction légère du contraste, des couleurs et de la netteté. Si vous souhaitez conserver le rendu le plus proche possible du tirage d’origine, le premier mode est le plus adapté.
Frequently asked questions
Is my photo uploaded to PourQui.com?
No. Analysis and digitization are performed directly on your device.
Is the background around the photo removed automatically?
Yes. The tool looks for the printed photo in the image, then keeps only its surface by removing what is around it.
Que fait le mode “Scan and enhance” ?
It also applies a light enhancement to the digitized photo: slightly stronger contrast, subtly richer colors and increased sharpness.
What should I do if the photo is not detected?
Retake it on a plain, more contrasting background, with fewer reflections, all four edges clearly visible, and the photo fairly straight.
Which formats are supported?
You can use a JPG, PNG, WebP or AVIF image.