Sign PDFs on iPad

Sign any PDF on your iPad with Apple Pencil or your finger — directly in Safari or Chrome. No app to download, no account needed. The perfect tablet signing experience.

Apple Pencil supportNo app requiredNo file uploadsFrom €2.08/month

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The Best Way to Sign PDFs on iPad

The iPad is arguably the best device for signing PDF documents. Its large touchscreen provides ample space to view full-page documents, and with Apple Pencil support, you can create signatures that are virtually indistinguishable from pen on paper. SigPDF takes full advantage of the iPad's capabilities, delivering a browser-based PDF signing experience that eliminates the need for any app installation. Open SigPDF in Safari or Chrome on your iPad, load your document, and sign it in seconds.

Apple Pencil support makes iPad signing truly exceptional. When you draw your signature with Apple Pencil on SigPDF, the tool captures pressure sensitivity and natural stroke variations, producing a signature that looks authentic and professional. This is a significant advantage over phone-based signing where you are limited to finger input. If you own an Apple Pencil (1st or 2nd generation) or Apple Pencil Pro, SigPDF will detect it automatically and optimize the drawing experience for stylus input. You can also use any third-party iPad stylus for signing.

The iPad's larger screen compared to a phone makes it ideal for reviewing multi-page contracts, lease agreements, and other lengthy documents before signing. With SigPDF, you can scroll through all pages of your PDF, zoom in to read fine print, and place signatures, initials, dates, and text fields on any page. The interface adapts beautifully to the iPad's display, with larger buttons and a spacious signature drawing area that takes advantage of the tablet form factor. Whether you are using an iPad mini, iPad Air, iPad Pro 11-inch, or iPad Pro 13-inch, SigPDF provides a comfortable and efficient signing workflow.

Privacy and security matter, especially for business documents signed on the go. SigPDF processes your PDF entirely within the iPad's browser using client-side JavaScript. Your document is never uploaded to a server, which guarantees that sensitive contracts, financial documents, and personal information remain on your device. Once signed, the PDF is downloaded directly to your iPad, where you can share it via Mail, AirDrop, iCloud Drive, or any other sharing method.

Step-by-Step: Sign a PDF on iPad

  1. Open Safari or Chrome on your iPad and go to SigPDF
  2. Tap the upload area to select a PDF from Files, iCloud Drive, or another source
  3. The PDF loads in the viewer — scroll to the page where your signature is needed
  4. Draw your signature with Apple Pencil or your finger, type your name, or upload a signature image
  5. Tap on the document to place your signature, then drag to move or pinch to resize
  6. Add dates, initials, text fields, or additional signatures on other pages
  7. Download the signed PDF and share it via Mail, AirDrop, or any app

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SigPDF work with Apple Pencil on iPad?
Yes. SigPDF fully supports Apple Pencil on iPad. When you draw your signature, Apple Pencil's pressure sensitivity creates natural, authentic-looking strokes. It works with Apple Pencil 1st generation, 2nd generation, and Apple Pencil Pro.
Can I sign a PDF on iPad without downloading an app?
Absolutely. SigPDF runs entirely in your iPad's browser. There is no app to install. Just open SigPDF in Safari or Chrome, load your PDF, and start signing immediately.
Which iPad models are supported?
SigPDF works on all iPad models running iPadOS 16 or later, including iPad mini, iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro in all screen sizes. The interface automatically adapts to your iPad's display.
Can I use my finger instead of Apple Pencil?
Yes. SigPDF works perfectly with finger touch on iPad. While Apple Pencil offers more precision, the signature pad is optimized for both stylus and finger input, so you can sign comfortably either way.
Can I sign multi-page PDFs on iPad?
Yes. SigPDF handles multi-page PDFs on iPad seamlessly. You can scroll through all pages of your document, zoom in to read fine print, and place signatures, initials, dates, and text fields on any page — all from your iPad's touchscreen.
Is my document private when signing on iPad?
Yes. SigPDF processes your PDF entirely within the iPad's browser using client-side JavaScript. Your document is never uploaded to a server. Once signed, the PDF is downloaded directly to your iPad where you can share it via Mail, AirDrop, iCloud Drive, or any other app.
How much does SigPDF cost to use on iPad?
SigPDF costs from €2.08/month billed annually, with unlimited document signatures. There are no per-document fees. Sign as many PDFs as you need from your iPad for one flat price.

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