Sign PDF
Draw, type, or upload your signature and place it on any PDF.
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Supports .pdf files
How to use Sign PDF?
- Step 1: Upload or add a PDF that needs a visible signature.
- Step 2: Draw, type, or upload a signature and place it on the page.
- Step 3: Click Sign PDF and wait while RashPDF prepares a signed PDF.
- Step 4: Review the result, then download or continue with another PDF tool.
- Adds a signature without printing and scanning.
- Speeds up forms, approvals, and simple agreements.
- Lets you position the signature exactly where it belongs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign a PDF online?
Upload your PDF, create your signature by drawing, typing, or uploading, place it on the page, and download the signed file.
Can I draw my signature?
Yes. Use the drawing tool with your mouse or touch screen to create a handwritten signature.
Can I upload my handwritten signature?
Yes. Upload a photo or scan of your signature and it will be inserted into the document.
Is a typed signature legally valid?
For most everyday agreements, yes. Legal validity depends on jurisdiction and document type.
Can I add initials and dates?
Yes. Add initials, date fields, and multiple signature areas anywhere on the document.
Is it free?
Yes. PDF signing is completely free with no account required.
Who is Sign PDF useful for?
Sign PDF is useful for freelancers signing contracts, employees completing forms, and students submitting signed documents. It is built for practical document work where you need a clean result quickly without learning a complicated desktop application.
What should I prepare before using Sign PDF?
Prepare a PDF that needs a visible signature and make sure it opens correctly before upload. If the file contains private, financial, legal, or client information, use the correct version and check the final output carefully before sending it to anyone else.
Which settings matter most in Sign PDF?
The most important setting is to draw, type, or upload a signature and place it on the page. A quick review before processing usually prevents mistakes such as wrong page order, missed ranges, low image quality, or using the wrong output option.
Will Sign PDF change my original file?
No. RashPDF creates a signed PDF as a new result. Your original file stays on your device unchanged unless you later choose to replace it manually with the downloaded output.
How do I get the best result from Sign PDF?
Zoom in and check signature placement before downloading the final file. The signature is added as visible content on the PDF page. For important documents, open the downloaded result once before submitting, printing, archiving, or forwarding it.
Can I use the output with other RashPDF tools?
Yes. After using Sign PDF, you can protect the signed PDF, share it by link, or merge it with attachments. The workflow is designed for browser-based processing where possible, so you can review the result before saving or sharing it.
How to Sign a PDF Online
Physical signatures require printing, signing, scanning, and sending. This adds unnecessary time and paper to processes that should be fast and paperless. Our Sign PDF tool lets you add a legally acceptable digital signature to any PDF directly in your browser without printing a single page. Sign contracts, agreements, forms, and any other documents in seconds from any device.
You can create your signature in three ways. Use the drawing tool to sign with your mouse or touch screen, producing a handwritten-style signature that closely resembles a physical signature. Type your name and choose from signature-style fonts for a clean, professional digital signature. Upload a photo or scan of your handwritten signature to use your actual signature image in the document.
Once your signature is created, place it anywhere on the PDF page by clicking the location where it should appear. Resize the signature as needed to fit the designated signature area. Add initials, date stamps, or additional signatures for documents that require multiple signature points.
The signature is embedded directly in the PDF as a visible element. It appears in all PDF viewers exactly as placed. For most contracts, business agreements, internal approvals, and everyday professional documents, this type of digital signature is legally valid and widely accepted.
For documents requiring certified digital signatures with cryptographic authentication and a timestamped certificate chain, a dedicated digital signature platform with certificate authority integration may be required. Check jurisdiction-specific requirements for highly regulated documents.
This tool is free, requires no account, and handles all processing in your browser. Common uses include signing employment contracts, service agreements, rental agreements, consent forms, approval documents, purchase orders, and any other PDF requiring a signature.
Step-by-step guide
Sign a PDF Online With a Drawn or Typed Signature