How to Backup Your Documents?
DocScan automatically saves your documents on your device. To protect your data in case you lose or switch devices, we offer several backup options:
🔸 Cloud Backup
If you’ve upgraded to the SILVER or GOLD plan, DocScan will automatically back up your documents to the cloud — as long as the “Auto Backup” feature is enabled (it's on by default).
Two Backup Options:
Automatic Background Backup
As long as the app is opened and Auto Backup is enabled, your latest documents will be synced to the cloud in the background — no manual action needed.
Manual Backup on Demand
If you want to make sure all documents are backed up immediately (e.g., after scanning a large batch), you can:
Tap the Backup icon on the main screen
Choose Backup Now from the popover
With cloud backup enabled:
- You can log into your account from another iPhone or iPad and restore a backup version.
- You can also access your documents via the DocScan Web Portal.
🔗 How to Mark Important Cloud Backup Versions and Prevent Them from Being Replaced?
🔸 Use iCloud or iTunes to Back Up Your Entire Device
If you're using an iOS device, we strongly recommend enabling iCloud or iTunes backup to protect your entire device — including your DocScan data.
Important Tips:
- Make sure DocScan is not excluded from your iCloud backup list.
- Restoring from a device backup will bring back your DocScan files if they were included at the time of backup.
- This method is especially useful if you lose or replace your device.
🔗 How to back up your iPhone with iCloud or your computer (Apple official guide)
🔸 Export Documents to Other Cloud Services
Available in DocScan Pro or BRONZE and above plans
You can export your scans to services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive to ensure access from other platforms.
Steps:
- Open the scan you want to back up.
- Tap the Export button.
- Choose your preferred cloud service app.