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Sign PDF Online

Sign PDF documents online for free. Draw your signature with a finger or mouse, type your name in signature fonts, or upload a PNG image — 100% private in-browser processing with zero server uploads.

or drag and drop your PDF here
Files are processed 100% on your device & never uploaded.

How to Sign a PDF Online

  1. Upload your PDF: Choose your file or drag and drop your document onto the signing card.
  2. Create your signature: Draw with your mouse, finger, or stylus, type your name in a stylish font, or upload a PNG signature image.
  3. Place on page: Click Apply Signature to place your signature onto the document page.
  4. Move and resize: Drag the signature to position it over the signature line, or use the handle to resize. Navigate between pages to sign multiple pages.
  5. Download signed PDF: Click Download PDF to export and save your signed document instantly to your device.

Ways to Add a Signature to PDF

Create an electronic signature that matches your style and document requirements:

  • Draw signature — Use your touchscreen, trackpad, stylus, or mouse to draw a smooth, natural handwritten signature on phone or desktop.
  • Type signature — Enter your full name and select from curated signature font styles (Classic Script, Handwriting, Modern, or Script) for a polished signature look.
  • Upload signature — Add an image of your physical signature in PNG, JPG, or WebP format. Transparent PNG signatures overlay cleanly onto form fields and contract lines.

Sign PDF on Phone, Mac, and Windows

PDFZento is fully responsive and touch-optimized for mobile devices. Sign contracts and forms directly on your iPhone, iPad, or Android phone without installing external apps or creating accounts. The same browser-based tool runs on macOS and Windows desktops in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. Simply open your PDF, create your signature with mouse, finger, or stylus, place it where needed, and download the finished file.

Sign PDF vs. Related Document Security Tools

ToolPrimary PurposeVisual OutputAccess Control
Sign PDFAdd drawn, typed, or uploaded electronic signaturesSignature placed on designated linesUnrestricted view
Protect PDFEncrypt document and enforce password authorizationStandard document pagesPassword required to view or print
Flatten PDFBake form fields and annotations into static vectorsIdentical appearance without editable fieldsNon-fillable static pages
Remove MetadataStrip author, title, and creation historiesUnchanged visual pagesSanitized document properties

100% Private Local PDF Signing — No Server Uploads

Unlike traditional online PDF signers that upload your personal contracts, tax forms, or legal agreements to third-party cloud servers, PDFZento processes everything on-device inside your web browser. Your PDF files never leave your computer or phone, and no document data is ever stored, transmitted, or tracked.

Why Use PDFZento to Sign Documents?

Avoid printing, hand-signing, and scanning physical paper. PDFZento provides a fast, free, and private way to add electronic signatures to PDF documents online. With support for multiple pages, customizable signature sizing, instant document replacement, and zero watermarks, you can finalize paperwork in seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I sign a PDF online for free?

Select your PDF in PDFZento, create your signature by drawing with a finger or mouse, typing your name, or uploading a PNG image, place it anywhere on the document, and download your signed PDF. No account, credit card, or payment is required.

How do I add an electronic signature to a PDF?

Open your PDF file, choose Draw, Type, or Upload in the signature panel, create your signature, and click Apply Signature. You can move the signature to the exact signature line, resize it to fit, and sign multiple pages before downloading.

Can I sign a PDF on my phone or mobile device?

Yes. PDFZento works seamlessly in mobile browsers on iPhone (Safari) and Android (Chrome). You can draw your signature naturally with your finger or stylus, position it on the document, and download your signed PDF on mobile without installing an app.

Can I type my signature on a PDF?

Yes. Select the Type tab, enter your name, and choose from curated signature-style fonts including Classic Script, Handwriting, Modern, or Script. PDFZento generates a crisp signature ready to place onto your PDF.

Can I upload a transparent PNG signature image?

Yes. You can upload transparent PNG, JPG, or WebP images of your handwritten signature. Transparent PNGs are recommended so your signature overlays cleanly onto document text and signature blocks without a solid background box.

Can I sign multiple pages of a PDF?

Yes. Use the page navigation buttons (Previous/Next) to move across pages. You can place signatures on as many pages as needed, and all placements are preserved when downloading your completed PDF.

Are my PDF documents uploaded to a server?

No. All document rendering, signature placement, and PDF export execute 100% locally in your browser memory. Your confidential contracts, forms, and signatures never leave your device.

Can I digitally sign a PDF?

PDFZento lets you add an electronic signature — drawn, typed, or uploaded as an image — that is placed directly onto the page. A certificate-based digital signature, which cryptographically binds a certified identity to the file and supports verification, is a different technology and is not part of this tool.

Is an electronic signature the same as a digital signature?

No. An electronic signature is the visual act of signing — such as a drawn, typed, or scanned signature image placed on the document. A certificate-based digital signature uses cryptographic technology tied to a certified identity. PDFZento creates electronic signatures placed on your PDF; it does not create certificate-based digital signatures.

Can I sign a PDF on a Mac or Windows computer?

Yes. PDFZento runs as a browser-based web app, so you can sign PDFs on macOS and Windows in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari with no app installation required. It also supports touch drawing in mobile browsers on iPhone and Android.

Can I sign a PDF without uploading it?

Yes. Your PDF is processed entirely inside your web browser — the document bytes, signature, and export are never sent to or stored on any server.

Can I fill form fields while signing?

No. The Sign PDF tool is focused on adding signatures to a document. It does not fill interactive form fields, checkboxes, or date fields. For signature-only workflows, such as signing a printed contract or scan, you place your electronic signature directly onto the document.

Is an electronic signature legally binding?

Whether an electronically signed document is legally binding depends on the type of signature, the document involved, and the laws that apply to your situation. PDFZento places an electronic signature onto the PDF; this tool does not create certificate-based or qualified electronic signatures, and it does not provide legal advice.

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