How to Sign PDF Digitally for Free
Most digital signature services — DocuSign, Adobe Sign, HelloSign — require paid subscriptions or limit free users to a handful of signatures per month. If you just need to sign a document and send it back, paying for a subscription feels excessive.
YourPDF.tools offers free, unlimited PDF signing with no account required. Draw your signature, type it in a script font, or upload an image — then place it anywhere on your document.
Key Takeaways
- •Completely free with no signature limits or monthly caps.
- •Three signature methods: draw, type, or upload an image.
- •No account or subscription required.
- •Signed PDFs are created locally in your browser.
Three Ways to Create Your Signature
- Draw. Use your mouse, trackpad, or touchscreen to draw your signature freehand. This produces the most natural-looking result.
- Type. Type your name and choose from several script/handwriting fonts. Fast and consistent.
- Upload. Upload a photo or scan of your handwritten signature. The tool removes the background automatically.
How to Sign a PDF Digitally
- Open the Sign PDF tool. Go to yourpdf.tools/sign-pdf.
- Upload your PDF. Drop the document into the upload area.
- Create or select your signature. Draw, type, or upload your signature.
- Place the signature. Click on the document where you want the signature and adjust the size.
- Download the signed PDF. Save the completed document.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are electronic signatures legally binding?
Yes, in most cases. Electronic signatures are legally valid under the US ESIGN Act, EU eIDAS, and similar laws worldwide for standard business and personal documents.
How is this different from DocuSign?
DocuSign is a full e-signature platform with audit trails, multi-party signing workflows, and enterprise features. YourPDF.tools is a simple, free tool for adding your signature to a PDF when you just need to sign and send.
Can I add multiple signatures to one document?
Yes. You can place your signature on multiple pages and add initials or additional signatures wherever needed.
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Written by Andrew, founder of YourPDF.tools