Is signing PDFs free on PDFA2Z?

Yes, 100% free. No signup, no subscription, no watermarks.

Is an e-signature legally valid?

Yes. Electronic signatures are legally recognized in most countries under the ESIGN Act (USA), eIDAS (EU), and similar legislation in the UK, Canada, India, and Australia. They are equivalent to handwritten signatures for most contracts and agreements.

What signature methods are supported?

Three methods: (1) Draw — write with mouse or finger on a canvas, (2) Type — generate a signature from your name in handwriting fonts, (3) Upload — take a photo of your ink signature and upload it.

Can I sign multiple pages of the same PDF?

Yes. After placing a signature on one page, navigate to other pages and add signatures or initials as needed.

Can I add the date next to my signature?

Yes. Use the Text tool in the editor to add a date field anywhere on the document.

Does signing permanently embed the signature in the PDF?

Yes. When you download the signed PDF, your signature is permanently embedded as part of the document — it cannot be moved or deleted without visible evidence of tampering.

Can I sign a PDF on a mobile phone or tablet?

Yes. The tool works fully in mobile browsers. The Draw mode is especially intuitive on touchscreens — just use your finger.

Is my signature stored on PDFA2Z servers?

Your signature is processed temporarily and the signed document is not stored after you download it. We never retain or share your signature data.

Can I add initials instead of a full signature?

Yes. Create a short "signature" with just your initials using the Draw or Type method. Place it wherever initials are required in the document.

An electronic signature (like drawing your name) indicates intent to agree. A digital signature is a cryptographic certificate that also verifies the signer\

Can multiple people sign the same PDF?

For self-signing (adding your own signature) this tool handles one signer at a time. For sending a document to multiple signers remotely, use our free Remote E-Sign tool which supports up to 5 signers with full audit trails.

What file formats can I sign?

Only PDF files are supported for signing. If you have a Word or image document, convert it to PDF first using our free converter tools.

Sign PDF Online — Free

Electronically sign any PDF document in under a minute — for free. Draw your signature with a mouse or finger, type it in a handwriting font, or upload a photo of your actual signature. Place it anywhere on any page and download a signed PDF instantly. No account needed.

Upload the PDF document you need to sign by clicking "Upload" or dragging the file.
Choose how to create your signature: Draw (use your mouse or touchscreen), Type (pick from handwriting fonts), or Upload (photo of your actual signature).
Drag the signature to the correct position on the page. Resize it by dragging the corner handles.
Navigate between pages if you need to sign multiple pages.
Click "Download Signed PDF" to save the finalized document with your signature permanently embedded.

Is signing PDFs free on PDFA2Z?: Yes, 100% free. No signup, no subscription, no watermarks.
Is an e-signature legally valid?: Yes. Electronic signatures are legally recognized in most countries under the ESIGN Act (USA), eIDAS (EU), and similar legislation in the UK, Canada, India, and Australia. They are equivalent to handwritten signatures for most contracts and agreements.
What signature methods are supported?: Three methods: (1) Draw — write with mouse or finger on a canvas, (2) Type — generate a signature from your name in handwriting fonts, (3) Upload — take a photo of your ink signature and upload it.
Can I sign multiple pages of the same PDF?: Yes. After placing a signature on one page, navigate to other pages and add signatures or initials as needed.
Can I add the date next to my signature?: Yes. Use the Text tool in the editor to add a date field anywhere on the document.
Does signing permanently embed the signature in the PDF?: Yes. When you download the signed PDF, your signature is permanently embedded as part of the document — it cannot be moved or deleted without visible evidence of tampering.
Can I sign a PDF on a mobile phone or tablet?: Yes. The tool works fully in mobile browsers. The Draw mode is especially intuitive on touchscreens — just use your finger.
Is my signature stored on PDFA2Z servers?: Your signature is processed temporarily and the signed document is not stored after you download it. We never retain or share your signature data.
Can I add initials instead of a full signature?: Yes. Create a short "signature" with just your initials using the Draw or Type method. Place it wherever initials are required in the document.
What\: An electronic signature (like drawing your name) indicates intent to agree. A digital signature is a cryptographic certificate that also verifies the signer\
Can multiple people sign the same PDF?: For self-signing (adding your own signature) this tool handles one signer at a time. For sending a document to multiple signers remotely, use our free Remote E-Sign tool which supports up to 5 signers with full audit trails.
What file formats can I sign?: Only PDF files are supported for signing. If you have a Word or image document, convert it to PDF first using our free converter tools.