How It Works

Sign your PDF documents in just 3 simple steps - fast, secure, and legally valid

Step 1: Upload

Upload your PDF document securely

Step 2: Sign

Add your signature and other elements

Step 3: Download

Download your signed document instantly

Detailed Step-by-Step Guide

1

Upload Your PDF Document

Start by uploading the PDF document you want to sign. Simply click the "Choose File" button or drag and drop your file onto the upload area.

Requirements:

  • File Format: PDF only (.pdf)
  • Maximum Size: 10MB per document
  • Password Protection: Remove password protection before uploading
  • File Condition: Ensure the PDF is not corrupted

What Happens During Upload:

  • File is uploaded via secure SSL/TLS encrypted connection
  • Document is temporarily stored on our secure server
  • PDF is validated and loaded into the viewer
  • You're redirected to the signing interface
2

Add Your Signature & Other Elements

Use our intuitive signing interface to add signatures, text, dates, and other elements to your document.

Available Tools:

Draw Signature

Draw your signature using mouse, touchpad, or touchscreen. Perfect for a personal touch.

Type Signature

Type your name and choose from multiple professional fonts.

Upload Signature

Upload an image of your handwritten signature (PNG, JPG).

Add Date

Insert current date or custom date in various formats.

Add Text

Add custom text fields anywhere on the document.

Add Checkbox

Insert checkboxes for forms and agreements.

How to Position Elements:

  • Click to Place: Click anywhere on the document to place your signature or text
  • Drag to Move: Drag elements to reposition them precisely
  • Resize: Use corner handles to resize signatures and text boxes
  • Delete: Click the delete button to remove any element
  • Multiple Pages: Navigate between pages using the page controls
3

Download Your Signed Document

Once you've added all required signatures and fields, download your completed document.

Download Process:

  • Click the "Download Signed PDF" button
  • Your browser processes the final document
  • Document is automatically downloaded to your device
  • Original document remains on our server for 1 hour, then is automatically deleted

After Download:

  • Verify: Open the downloaded PDF to verify all signatures appear correctly
  • Save: Store the signed document in a secure location
  • Share: Send the signed document via email or file sharing
  • Print: Print copies if needed for physical records

Additional Features & Tips

Mobile Friendly

Our platform works seamlessly on smartphones and tablets. Use your finger or stylus to draw signatures on touchscreens.

No Registration Required

Start signing immediately without creating an account. No email verification or personal information needed.

Unlimited Usage

Sign as many documents as you need. No daily limits, no subscription required, completely free.

Multiple Pages

Sign documents with any number of pages. Add signatures on different pages as needed.

Secure Processing

All uploads and downloads use SSL encryption. Documents are automatically deleted after processing.

Fast Processing

Sign documents in under 30 seconds. Optimized servers ensure quick upload, processing, and download.

Best Practices for Digital Signing

✅ Do This:

  • Review the entire document before signing
  • Use consistent signature style across documents
  • Add date alongside your signature
  • Verify signed PDF opens correctly before sharing
  • Keep backup copies of signed documents
  • Use descriptive filenames for organization
  • Sign from a secure, private location
  • Double-check recipient information before sending

❌ Avoid This:

  • Signing documents you haven't read
  • Using overly complex or illegible signatures
  • Forgetting to add dates when required
  • Sharing passwords for protected PDFs
  • Signing on public computers without clearing history
  • Using extremely low-quality signature images
  • Placing signatures in wrong locations
  • Deleting original unsigned documents prematurely

Common Use Cases

Our digital signature tool is perfect for various document types:

Business Contracts

Employment agreements, vendor contracts, service agreements, NDAs, partnership documents

Real Estate

Rental agreements, lease documents, property management forms, tenant applications

Financial Documents

Invoices, purchase orders, payment authorizations, loan applications, banking forms

Legal Papers

Consent forms, declarations, acknowledgments, legal notices, settlement agreements

HR Documents

Offer letters, employment contracts, policy acknowledgments, performance reviews

Application Forms

Registration forms, enrollment applications, subscription agreements, consent forms

Technical Details

Security Measures:

  • SSL/TLS Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using 256-bit SSL
  • Temporary Storage: Documents stored with random unique identifiers
  • Automatic Deletion: Files automatically deleted within 1 hour
  • No Tracking: We don't track users or build profiles
  • Isolated Processing: Each session is isolated and secure

Technology Stack:

  • PDF Processing: PDF-lib for high-quality PDF manipulation
  • PDF Rendering: PDF.js for accurate document viewing
  • Signature Capture: HTML5 Canvas for smooth signature drawing
  • Server: Node.js with Express for fast, reliable processing
  • Security: Industry-standard encryption and secure coding practices

Legal Compliance:

  • IT Act 2000: Compliant with Indian electronic signature laws
  • IT Amendment Act 2008: Supports electronic signatures
  • Privacy Protection: GDPR-inspired privacy practices
  • Data Security: Follows ISO 27001 security principles

Frequently Asked Questions

Most documents can be signed in under 30 seconds. The process is simple: upload (5-10 seconds), sign (10-15 seconds), and download (5 seconds). Complex documents with multiple signatures may take a bit longer.

Yes! You can add multiple signatures to the same document. This is useful when one person needs to sign in multiple places, or when gathering signatures from multiple parties (they each upload and sign separately).

No problem! You can delete any element (signature, text, date) by clicking the delete button. You can also reposition or resize elements before downloading. If you've already downloaded, simply re-upload the original document and sign again.

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