How to Sign a PDF Electronically
Electronic signatures are legally binding in most countries under laws like ESIGN (US), eIDAS (EU), and similar regulations. SublimePDF lets you sign any PDF for free — draw your signature, type it, or upload an image.
Follow the step-by-step instructions below, then use the free tool directly — no registration or download required.
Open Tool →How to Sign a PDF Electronically — Step by Step
Open the Sign PDF tool
Navigate to SublimePDF's Sign PDF tool and upload the document to sign.
Create your signature
Draw your signature with mouse/finger, type your name in a signature font, or upload a signature image.
Place the signature
Click where you want to place your signature on the document. Resize and position as needed.
Download the signed PDF
Apply the signature and download your signed document. Your signature is embedded in the PDF.
Pro Tips
- 💡 Use a stylus or finger for more natural-looking drawn signatures
- 💡 Save your signature for reuse on future documents
- 💡 Add the date next to your signature for proper documentation
Privacy & Security
All processing happens directly in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to any server — they remain on your device throughout the entire process. SublimePDF uses WebAssembly technology for fast, secure, client-side processing.
Works Everywhere
This tool works on any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge — on desktop, tablet, or mobile. No software to install. PDF is an open ISO standard supported by all major platforms.
How to Sign a PDF Electronically — FAQ
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Is an electronic signature the same as a digital signature?
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