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How to sign a PDF on iPhone and iPad

No more print, sign, scan. Save your signature once and use it on every document.

Step by step

Open the PDF
Open the document you need to sign in Readhill and switch to Writing mode.
Choose the signature tool
Pick Signature from the tools. The first time, draw your signature with Apple Pencil or your finger and save it.
Place it
Tap the signature, drag it where you want on the page and adjust its size.
Share
Send the signed copy with Share › PDF with drawings.

Tips

You can save more than one signature, such as a full signature and initials.

Frequently asked questions

Is this an electronic signature?

No. It adds an image of your signature to the PDF. For work that legally needs an e-signature, use an e-signature service.

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Requires iPadOS or iOS 17 or later

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