Sign PDF online

Sign a PDF without printing: upload the file, add your signature or send a link to everyone who needs to sign, then download the signed PDF. All in the browser, no app.

Your first document is free, then €1.49 per document. No subscription, and signers do not need an account.

CanUSign costs €1.49 per document, with no subscription. Signers do not need an account. Every signed PDF gets a timestamp, an audit certificate and a verification page where anyone can check that the document is unchanged. Legal level: simple electronic signature under eIDAS, valid where the law does not require a handwritten signature or notarisation.

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Others show the signature. We show that it is genuine.

Verification page

Anyone can compare the PDF online with the stored version. The file never leaves the browser.

Timestamp

RFC 3161 by DigiCert, listed as trusted in Adobe Acrobat.

Audit certificate

At the end of the document: document ID, QR code, time of every signature and hash of the stored version.

Seal

Electronic seal in the PDF that makes any later change visible.

Servers in Frankfurt

Functions, database and files run in Frankfurt am Main, processing stays in the EU.

Simple electronic signature under eIDAS
GDPR compliant
No subscription
Works on any device

How to Sign a PDF Online

1

Upload Your PDF

Drag and drop your PDF or click to upload. Up to 10 MB per file.

2

Add Signatures

Place signature fields, share the signing link. Signers don't need an account. They just open the link and sign.

3

Download Signed PDF

Get your signed PDF with an audit certificate. €1.49 per document, from €0.50 in a pack.

canusign vs. Other PDF Signing Tools

See how canusign compares to popular alternatives for signing PDFs online.

FeatureCanUSignDocuSignSmallpdf
Price€1.49 per document, from €0.50 in a packMonthly subscriptionFree but limited, otherwise a monthly subscription
Subscription requiredNoYesYes (for unlimited)
Signer needs accountNoYesNo
Audit trailYesYesNo
Languages4Many24
PDF uploadUnlimited pagesYesYes

What People Sign with canusign

Business Contracts

Service agreements, sales contracts, partnership deals: sign any business contract in the browser.

NDAs & Confidentiality Agreements

Protect your ideas. Send an NDA, get it signed, and download the executed copy instantly.

Tax Documents and Authorisations

Engagement letters with your tax adviser, authorisations and financial documents, signed in the browser.

Rental & Sale Agreements

Lease agreements, sublease contracts, and property sale documents: signed without printing.

HR Documents

Employment contracts, SEPA mandates, data processing agreements, and onboarding paperwork.

Freelance Contracts

Project proposals, freelance agreements, and invoices: get paid faster with signed contracts.

Why Sign PDFs with canusign

No Printer Needed

Sign documents digitally. No printing, scanning, or mailing required.

Simple electronic signature under eIDAS

Simple electronic signature under eIDAS, valid where the law does not require a handwritten signature or notarisation.

Sign on Any Device

Works in your browser on desktop, tablet, or phone. No app to install.

Audit Certificate Included

Every signed document includes a detailed audit trail with timestamps and IP addresses.

Multiple Signers

Share a link and collect signatures from multiple parties. No accounts required.

Pay Per Use

€1.49 per document, from €0.50 in a pack. No monthly fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add a signature to a PDF?

Upload the PDF and place a signature field where the signature belongs. Draw, type or upload an image of your signature there. If others need to sign, give each person a field of their own and share the link.

Can I sign a PDF for free?

Your first document is free. After that the finished PDF costs €1.49, from €0.50 in a pack. Signers pay nothing and need no account. There is no subscription.

Is a signature on a PDF legally valid?

Simple electronic signature under eIDAS, valid where the law does not require a handwritten signature or notarisation. Every signed PDF carries a timestamp and an audit certificate, and the verification page shows whether the file has changed since.

Ready to Sign Your PDF?

Upload your document and get it signed in the browser. No subscription, €1.49 per document, from €0.50 in a pack.

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