Add a Visible Signature to PDF
Place a drawn, typed or image signature on a PDF page. Adjust its size and position, then download the signed-looking copy in your browser.
Add a visible signature to a PDF without printing and scanning it. Draw your signature with a mouse, finger or stylus, or type your name, then choose where it appears and which pages to sign.
- 01Choose your PDF
- 02Adjust your settings
- 03Save your result
Enter one page, a range, or comma-separated pages.
28% of page width (adjust for a short or long signature).
PNG with a transparent background works best. An uploaded image takes priority over the drawing pad and typed name.
Controls the stroke width for signatures you draw.
Optional short label placed near the signature.
Places a small date below the signature.
Included by default at the bottom-left corner. Uncheck to download without branding.
This adds a visible signature image to the selected page. It is not a certificate-based digital signature or identity verification.
How to use this PDF tool
Select a PDF from your device. Your file is processed locally in this browser.
Choose the settings that fit your document, then run the tool.
Save the processed PDF to your device and check the output before sharing.
Add a visible signature to a PDF
Use a mouse, touch screen, or stylus to draw a signature, or type your name to create a simple signature mark. Choose the page number and size before creating your signed copy.
- Drawn signatures preserve the look of your own handwriting.
- Typed signatures are useful when you do not have a touchscreen or stylus.
- The output is a visual signature annotation embedded into the PDF page.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a legally certified digital signature?
No. This tool adds a visible signature mark to the page. It does not apply a certificate-based cryptographic signature, verify identity, or provide a signing audit trail.
Can I sign a specific page?
Yes. Enter the page number where you want the signature to appear.
Does my document leave my device?
The document is processed in your browser and is not uploaded to PixelOkay. The page loads its PDF library from a public CDN.
Can I draw my signature with my finger?
Yes. The signing pad supports touch input as well as a mouse or stylus on compatible devices.
Can I type my name instead of drawing?
Yes. Enter your name and choose a typed signature style.
Can I sign more than one page?
Yes. Enter a page number, a range, or comma-separated pages such as 1,3-4,7.
Can I change the signature color and position?
Yes. Choose the available color, size and page position before processing.
Does this create a legally certified digital signature?
No. It adds a visible mark only; it does not create a certificate-backed digital signature or identity verification.
Will my original PDF be changed?
No. The tool creates a separate signed copy for you to download.
Sign forms and documents without printing
PixelOkay Sign PDF lets you add a visible signature mark to a PDF from your computer, tablet, or phone. Draw a signature on the signing pad using a mouse, touch screen, or stylus, or type your name when a handwritten mark is not necessary. Choose a signature color and size, select one or more pages, and place the mark near the appropriate signature line.
Useful signing options
- Draw or type: create a handwritten-looking mark or use your typed name.
- Choose pages: sign page 1, a range such as 2-4, or several specific pages.
- Control appearance: choose a size, color, and position such as bottom-right, bottom-left, top corner, or center.
- Add a date: optionally place the current date near the signature.
- Keep a separate copy: download the signed PDF while retaining the unsigned original.
Before signing, check that you have permission to sign the document and that the signature is placed in the correct area. If you sign multiple pages, verify that the mark does not cover existing text, page numbers, or form fields. For best results, use a clear signature on a plain background and select a size appropriate to the page.
What this PDF signature means
This tool adds a visible signature image or typed name to page content. It does not create a certificate-backed digital signature, verify identity, provide a tamper-evident audit trail, or replace a signing workflow required by a government agency, employer, or contract. If a recipient requires a qualified or certificate-based digital signature, use a service designed for that requirement.
Sign PDFs in your browser
Your selected document is processed in the browser, without an account or printing step. Keep the original file until you have opened the downloaded copy and checked every signed page. The PixelOkay watermark option is on by default and can be turned off before creating the output.
More PDF tools
Files are processed in this browser. Supporting libraries, workers and optional OCR models load from third-party CDNs. Files must be non-empty and no larger than 50 MB. Keep the original: editing can invalidate digital signatures, and rebuilding pages may not preserve forms, bookmarks or document metadata.
This tool adds a visible signature appearance. It does not create a certificate-backed cryptographic digital signature.
When to use Add a Visible Signature to PDF
Add a visible signature appearance to a review copy or acknowledgement. Confirm that the recipient accepts this kind of mark before choosing it for a signing workflow.
How to use this PDF tool
- Choose an unencrypted PDF up to 50 MB.
- Draw a signature, type a name or upload a signature image.
- Select the intended pages and adjust size, color, position and optional date or note.
- Create the signed copy and inspect every marked page before sharing.
A practical example
For an acknowledgement, place a small signature mark near the intended line. Check that the mark, date and optional note do not cover existing text or page numbers.
Output and document limits
The result is a visible image or typed-name mark. It does not verify identity, apply a certificate-backed cryptographic signature or provide a signing audit trail. Rewriting the document can invalidate existing signatures.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a certificate-based digital signature?
No. It adds a visible mark to page content. It is not identity verification or a certificate signing service.
Can I use a signature image?
Yes. The page offers a signature-image input alongside drawing and typing. Inspect its appearance and placement in the output.
File processing and related workflows
Processing uses this browser. Supporting PDF libraries and optional engines can require network downloads from third-party CDNs. Keep original files and inspect downloaded results. Read the privacy policy or contact PixelOkay.