Sign a PDF online — free, and never uploaded
DocsArc lets you sign PDFs entirely in your browser. Draw your signature, type it, or upload an image of it, then place it exactly where it belongs and export the signed document.
Signing usually means handling contracts and agreements — so it matters that DocsArc never uploads the file. Your signature and the document stay on your own device.
Try it now — free
Runs on your device. Your file is never uploaded.
Why use DocsArc for this
Draw, type or upload
Create your signature however you like and reuse a saved one with a single click.
Cryptographic signing too
Beyond a visible signature, DocsArc supports PKCS#7 digital signatures for tamper-evident documents.
Nothing uploaded
The contract you are signing never leaves your computer — no server copy, no account required to start.
How to sign pdf online free with DocsArc
- 1Open the PDF you need to sign in DocsArc.
- 2Create your signature: draw it, type it, or upload an image.
- 3Drop it exactly where it belongs and add a date if needed.
- 4Export the signed PDF — it stayed on your device throughout.
Frequently asked questions
Is signing a PDF here free?
You can sign during the free trial. After that DocsArc is $4.99/month or $39.99/year for everything.
Does my contract get uploaded when I sign it?
No. DocsArc places your signature and exports the file entirely in your browser — the document is never uploaded.
Can I add a legally recognised digital signature?
Yes. In addition to a drawn or typed signature, DocsArc supports cryptographic PKCS#7 digital signatures that make tampering detectable.
Can I save my signature to reuse it?
Yes. You can keep a saved signature on your account for one-click reuse.