Printing a PDF to sign, then scanning it back is lossy, slow and unprofessional. Sign PDF online — add a typed, drawn or image signature directly, place it precisely and save — no Adobe, no printer.
⚡ Quick Sign
Upload PDF to ToolsLead — Watermark PDF (Image mode) → Upload signature PNG → Scale 25% → Position bottom-right → Save. For typed sign, use Text watermark with your name in script font.
3 Ways to Sign PDF
| Method | How | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Typed | Type name in cursive font (e.g., Great Vibes) | Internal approvals, quick |
| Drawn | Draw with mouse/finger | Personal touch on mobile |
| Image | Photo of handwritten signature (PNG) | Most professional, closest to wet sign |
Typed vs Drawn vs Image — Which to Use?
- Image (recommended): Sign on white paper with black gel pen, photo in daylight, crop tightly, remove background via remove.bg, upload as image watermark. Looks authentic.
- Typed: Use Text watermark, font “Courier” or script, size 24pt, opacity 100%, no rotation. Fast but less personal.
- Drawn: Good on mobile with stylus; mouse drawing often shaky.
Sign PDF in 4 Steps (Free)
- Open Watermark PDF → Upload PDF → Choose Image mode.
- Upload signature PNG → Scale 20–30%, Opacity 100%, Position Bottom Right (or drag to signature line).
- Preview → Ensure signature sits above printed “Signature” line, not covering text.
- Save → Verify by zooming to 200% — signature should be crisp, not pixelated. Then Protect PDF if confidential before sending.
Is Online Signature Legally Valid in India?
Under IT Act 2000, electronic signatures are valid for most business/consent documents if you can prove intent and identity (email trail, OTP). For high-value contracts, court affidavits, or property, use Aadhaar eSign / DSC via licensed providers — not just image paste. For internal HR, NOC, certificate submissions, image sign is widely accepted.
Pro Tips for Clean Signatures
- Sign with gel pen on white paper, no lines — scans cleaner.
- Crop to signature bounds — white border wastes scale.
- Save as PNG with transparent background for best overlay.
- After signing, keep unsigned original — you may need to re-sign after edits.
- Need multiple signers? Upload PDF, add one signature, download, re-upload for next signer (sequential).