Is MyDigitSign completely free to use?

Yes, MyDigitSign is a 100% free online PDF signer tool. There are no subscriptions, paywalls, or accounts needed. You can create a PDF signature free and place e-signatures instantly.

Are my documents uploaded to your servers?

No. MyDigitSign is 100% client-side. Your PDF and signature are processed entirely inside your browser. Nothing is ever sent to or stored on our servers.

What file formats does MyDigitSign support?

MyDigitSign supports PDF documents and image files including PNG, JPG, and JPEG, up to 10MB in size.

Is an electronic signature legally binding?

Yes. Electronic signatures are legally recognized under the ESIGN Act (USA), eIDAS (EU), and similar laws in most countries for the majority of business agreements.

How do I sign a document online or create a digit sign with MyDigitSign?

1) Draw, type, or upload your signature. 2) Upload your PDF or image locally. 3) Drag and resize your signature on the document page. 4) Download your signed document. It's a quick, free, and secure way to sign a document online or digit sign files.

Can I use MyDigitSign as an online PDF editor signature tool?

Yes! MyDigitSign functions as a lightweight online PDF editor signature tool. You can select, upload, and view PDFs, customize signature colors, place signatures on any page, and download the finished edited document securely.

Where can I download my digital signature PDF?

Once you have placed your signature on the PDF, simply click the Download button to download your signed digital signature PDF instantly to your device. There is no waiting time or email registration required.

Is DocuSign legally binding and how does it compare to MyDigitSign?

Yes, DocuSign is legally binding. However, DocuSign requires paid plans and document uploads to their cloud. MyDigitSign provides a completely free alternative to generate a legally binding electronic signature without uploads, registration, or cost.

Do e-signatures hold up in court?

Yes, e-signatures hold up in court. Under laws like the ESIGN Act in the US and eIDAS regulations in the European Union, a legally binding electronic signature carries the same weight as a traditional pen-and-paper signature for most business, financial, and legal agreements.

Are electronic signatures acceptable for legal documents?

Yes, electronic signatures are acceptable and legally recognized in over 180 countries. A secure, self-generated electronic signature is legal and valid for lease agreements, employee onboarding forms, freelance contracts, and sales agreements under laws like the ESIGN Act and eIDAS.

How do I sign a document for free on my phone?

To sign a document for free on iPhone, iPad, or Android, navigate to MyDigitSign in your mobile browser. Draw or type your cursive signature, upload the PDF or image file, position the overlay, and tap Download to save your signed document privately.

Features & How It Works — 100% Client-Side PDF Signer | MyDigitSign

Traditional e-signing platforms require you to upload private files to their servers, create accounts, and pay monthly subscriptions. MyDigitSign fundamentally changes this by bringing the signing engine directly to your web browser.

Zero Server Uploads

Your PDF documents are never transmitted over the internet. All processing happens locally in your device's memory.

Absolute Privacy

Because we never see your files, your sensitive contracts, NDAs, and medical documents remain completely confidential.

Instant Processing

No waiting for files to upload or download. The client-side engine renders and signs documents instantly.

Legally Binding

Signatures created here comply with the ESIGN Act (US) and eIDAS (EU) for legally enforceable agreements.

How It Works Under the Hood

MyDigitSign leverages modern, open-source web technologies to process everything directly in your browser:

Local File Reading: HTML5 File API reads your document directly into your browser's RAM.
PDF Rendering: pdfjs-dist (Mozilla's PDF.js) renders the PDF binary onto HTML5 Canvas elements.
In-Browser Merging: pdf-lib embeds your signature image pixels into the PDF structure at the exact coordinates you choose.
Local Download: The finalized PDF is saved directly to your hard drive or mobile storage without ever touching a network socket.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Sign

Create Your Signature: Type your name in a cursive font, draw it freehand with your mouse/touchscreen, or upload a photo of your signature.
Select Your Document: Drag and drop your PDF. It is loaded instantly into your browser tab.
Place & Download: Drag your signature to the correct line, resize it using the corner handle, and click Download to save the signed file to your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to create an account to use MyDigitSign?

No. MyDigitSign has no accounts, no registration, and no login. Open the website and start signing immediately — completely anonymously.

Can I sign PDFs on my phone or tablet?

Yes. The tool is fully responsive and optimized for touch. Open it in any mobile browser (Safari on iPhone, Chrome on Android) and sign with your finger. Full guide: How to Sign a PDF on iPhone & Android →

Is there a limit on how many documents I can sign?

No. Sign as many documents as you need, as many times as you want, completely free with no daily or monthly limits.

What if I need a cryptographic certificate for my signature?

MyDigitSign supports certificate-based signing too. You can upload a .pfx or .p12 certificate file and sign PDFs with cryptographic proof of integrity — all client-side. Learn how to create one free: Free Digital Signature Certificate Guide →

100% Private, Client-Side PDF Signing