ScanBridge

ScanBridge is a connectivity application developed by F-Droid Open Source, packaged as a single Android APK of version 2.1 weighing in at 48.04 MB. The package targets Android 4.1+ and above. Below you'll find the publisher's own description, a quick spec sheet, and a short buyer-beware checklist so you know exactly what you're installing before tapping download.

1. Only download through the button on this page — never from third-party mirrors or shortened links, which are the most common way malware spreads.
2. File size is a light 48.04 MB, so it installs quickly even on modest connections.
3. This build is signed by "F-Droid Open Source" — always verify the developer name matches what's listed on the app's official store page before installing an update.
4. After install, Android may prompt you to allow "Install from unknown sources" — approve only this one install, then revoke the permission in Settings > Apps > Special access.
5. We link directly to the APK file or the publisher's repository; we do not modify the binary. Always run a virus scan after any sideloaded install.

ScanBridge ist eine App im Material-You-Design, die das Scannen von Dokumenten, Fotos und mehr über das AirScan/eSCL-Protokoll ermöglicht.
AirScan/eSCL ist ein weit verbreitetes Protokoll, mit dem du dich über dein Netzwerk mit netzwerkfähigen Scannern verbinden und Dokumente scannen kannst – ganz ohne zusätzliche Software oder Treiber.

Funktionen:

• Automatische Erkennung von Scannern: Finde eSCL-kompatible Scanner in deinem Netzwerk.


• Mehrseitige Scans: Scanne mehrere Seiten und ordne sie beliebig an.


• Einstellungsvielfalt: Nutze die Möglichkeiten deines Scanners optimal, indem du Einstellungen wie Eingabequelle, Auflösung, Duplex-Scan, Scan-Bereich, Farbmodus und mehr anpasst.


• Exportieren & Teile: Speichere deine Scans als PDF oder Bilddateien und teile sie direkt mit anderen Apps.


• Modernes Design: Ansprechendes Material-You-Design.


• Benutzerfreundlichkeit: Intuitive und leicht bedienbare Oberfläche.

ScanBridge ist kostenlos, quelloffen und enthält weder Werbung noch Tracking. Die App wurde mit einer Hochachtung auf Datenschutz entwickelt und benötigt keine Berechtigungen – außer der Internet-Berechtigung, um auf den Netzwerkscanner zugreifen zu können. Diese wird von Android automatisch erteilt. Es werden keine Daten oder Telemetrie gesammelt.

Is ScanBridge free to download?
Yes. The APK file linked from this page is free. The developer may offer in-app purchases once installed, but obtaining the installer itself costs nothing.

What Android version does ScanBridge require?
Android 4.1+ or newer. Installing on older devices may cause crashes or refuse to install.

Is ScanBridge safe to install?
We link to the exact APK published by F-Droid Open Source. We do not modify the file. Still, as with any sideloaded app, scan it with a reputable antivirus before opening it, and only grant permissions the app genuinely needs.

How do I update ScanBridge?
Install the newer version on top of the old one — Android will keep your data. If the signature differs, uninstall first (you may lose local progress).

Why is the app not installing?
Common causes: not enough storage, an older Android version than 4.1+, or a conflicting build already installed. Free up space, check your OS version, and uninstall any previous copy before retrying.

1. Tap the Download APK button above and save the file to your device.
2. Open your device Settings → Security (or Apps → Special access → Install unknown apps) and allow your file manager or browser to install unknown apps for this one file only.
3. Open the downloaded io.github.chrisimx.scanbridge.apk file from your Downloads folder.
4. Tap Install and wait for Android to finish.
5. Open «ScanBridge» by F-Droid Open Source and grant only the permissions it actually needs.
6. Revoke the "unknown sources" permission once you are done installing.

Note: this page hosts or links to the installer only. The application name, icon and description are provided for identification. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.