How to Add Signature in PDF Using pdfFiller For Free

Create a legally-binding electronic signature and add it to contracts, agreements, PDF forms, and other documents – regardless of your location. Collect and track signatures with ease using any device.
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Every eSignature tool you need – inside a powerful PDF software

eSignature solution
Document tracking
Enhanced productivity
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eSign documents and collect signatures

Easily fill, edit, and sign your PDF documents in a single application, on any device.
Type, draw, or use a signature converter to create an eSignature from a picture of your handwritten autograph.
Create fillable PDFs and send them for signature to one or multiple recipients.
Set signer roles and customize a signing order.

Get visibility into the signing process

Receive instant alerts once signatures are in place.
Specify CC’d recipients and set actions upon document completion.
Monitor changes in your documents with audit trails.

Speed up your approval workflows

Send documents for signature faster by sharing them via short links.
Simplify data and signature collection by posting fillable PDF forms online.
Collect payments along with signed documents.

Showcase your branding when requesting signatures

Display your logo on signature invites, user notifications, and in the eSignature editor.
Customize an email message for your eSignature invites.
Redirect signers to your website once they complete your document.

Maintain industry-leading security and compliance

Authenticate signers via a password.
Make your document workflows compliant with industry-specific regulations, including HIPAA.
Secure the authenticity of a document with a unique ID.
Set an expiration date for your document.

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How to Add a Signature to PDF (and Send it Out for Signature)

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Sign any document using pdfFiller’s eSignature service without hassle

Add your virtual signature in just a few simple steps – without a scanner or printer.

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Upload your document to pdfFiller and open it in the editor.
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Generate and save your electronic signature using the method you find most convenient.
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Tweak

Resize your signature and adjust its placement on a document.
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Retrieve

Save a signed, printable document on your device in the format you need or share it via email, a link, or SMS. You can also instantly export the document to the cloud.
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Why choose pdfFiller for eSignature and PDF editing?

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Upload your document to pdfFiller and open it in the editor.
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Generate and save your electronic signature using the method you find most convenient.
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Widely recognized ease of use

Resize your signature and adjust its placement on a document.
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Reusable templates & forms library

Save a signed, printable document on your device in the format you need or share it via email, a link, or SMS. You can also instantly export the document to the cloud.

The benefits of electronic signatures

Bid farewell to pens, printers, and paper forms.
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Efficiency

Enjoy quick document signing and sending and reclaim hours spent on paperwork.
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Accessibility

Sign documents from anywhere in the world. Speed up business transactions and close deals even while on the go.
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Cost savings

Eliminate the need for paper, printing, scanning, and postage to significantly cut your operational costs.
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Security

Protect your transactions with advanced encryption and audit trails. Electronic signatures ensure a higher level of security than traditional signatures.
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Legality

Electronic signatures are legally recognized in most countries around the world, providing the same legal standing as a handwritten signature.
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Sustainability

By eliminating the need for paper, electronic signatures contribute to environmental sustainability.

Enjoy straightforward eSignature workflows without compromising data security

Effortlessly Add Signature in PDF with pdfFiller

Are you tired of printing out documents just to sign them and then scanning them back in? Look no further! pdfFiller's signature feature allows you to add your signature directly to PDF files within seconds.

Key Features:

Easy to use signature tool for seamless integration
Multiple options for creating signatures, including typing, drawing, and uploading
Customizable signature styles for a personalized touch

Potential Use Cases and Benefits:

Sign contracts and agreements electronically without the need for printing
Streamline document processing and save time
Maintain a professional image by adding a secure digital signature

Enjoy the convenience of signing documents digitally with pdfFiller's signature feature. Say goodbye to the hassle of printing, signing, and scanning - simplify your workflow and enhance your productivity today!

How to Add Signature in PDF Using pdfFiller

Adding your signature to a PDF document is quick and easy with pdfFiller. Follow these simple steps to add your signature:

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Open the PDF document you want to sign in pdfFiller.
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Click on the 'Signature' tool located in the main toolbar.
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Choose the option to 'Draw' your signature, 'Type' your signature, or 'Upload' an image of your signature.
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If you choose to draw your signature, use your mouse or touchpad to create your signature in the designated area. If you prefer to type your signature, simply type it using the available fonts. If you have an image of your signature, click on the 'Upload' button and select the image file from your computer.
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Adjust the size and position of your signature as needed. You can resize, rotate, and move your signature to fit perfectly on the document.
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Once you are satisfied with your signature placement, click on the 'Apply' button to add your signature to the PDF.
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Save the document by clicking on the 'Save' button in the top right corner of the pdfFiller interface.

That's it! You have successfully added your signature to the PDF using pdfFiller. Now you can confidently sign and share your documents electronically.

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Absolutely. pdfFiller allows you to sign any document using our Division technology. You can use a signature font or upload a signature file and apply it anywhere on the document.
A digital signature is the process to authorize a digital message or document with a certificate-based digital ID. A valid digital signature means the identification of a signer has been verified. Digital signatures are most often used to apply a digital “seal” to an electronic document in order to make it tamper-evident.
pdfFiller can offer an audit trail to show by whom and when the signature is created. With pdfFiller's new feature “Signature Verification”, you can get instant signature verification and sign your file digitally and securely. pdfFiller will work as a trusted third party, or a certificate authority (CA). When you and your client draw, upload or capture a signature, pdfFiller will instantly provide a digital certificate to validate your electronic signature. With pdfFiller's cloud technology, you can also get a digital certificate when accessing and working on your PDF files from an iPad, iPhone and other mobile device.
An electronic signature can be any piece of data like an image, a symbol, a sound recording and others. You can create an electronic signature skimpily by typing your name or uploading an image. A digital signature is an authorization to verify an electronic message or document with a certificate-based digital ID. A valid digital signature means the identification of a signer has been verified. Digital signatures are most often used to apply a digital “seal” to an electronic document in order to make it tamper-evident. A digital signature is a secure form of an electronic signature.
Yes. Use our “Signature Manager” to change the color or smoothing of your signatures. You can also add multiple signatures by uploading, capturing, typing or drawing.
Yes. Click on the “Signature” button in “Editor” page to upload, draw, type or capture your digital signatures. Once you're done with creating your signatures, click “Save” and drag your signature anywhere within the document to use.
No, you can save the signature and use it repeatedly any number of times on any number of documents.

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