How to sign a PDF online
Printing, signing and scanning a document takes time and needs a printer. With PDFowo you add your signature directly to the file: draw it with the mouse or your finger, type your name or insert a photo of your signature, then place it exactly where it belongs.
- Load the document
Drop the PDF file in the box above.
- Create your signature
Draw it, type it or upload an image. Choose the colour: black or blue.
- Place the signature
Drag the signature to the right spot and resize it by its corner.
- Download the signed PDF
Save the document with your signature.
When this kind of signature is enough
A visual signature works for confirmations, reports, offers, consent forms and internal documents – wherever the recipient accepts a signed scan or PDF.
When you need a different signature
- where the law requires a written form, you need a handwritten signature on paper or a qualified electronic signature
- government services often have their own e-signature or e-ID system
- if in doubt, ask the recipient which form of signature they expect
Frequently asked questions
Is this signature legally valid?
It is a simple (non-qualified) electronic signature in graphic form. It is accepted in many situations, but it does not replace a qualified signature where the law requires one.
Can I sign a document on my phone?
Yes. You draw the signature with your finger right on the screen.
Is my signature stored anywhere?
No. The signature and the document stay in your browser. Once signed in, you can save a signature to your account to reuse it.