Key facts
| Feature | eSign PDF |
|---|---|
| What it is | An app for signing and filling PDFs on iPhone and iPad |
| Made by | AppToDesign |
| Platforms | iPhone and iPad (App Store). No Android, no web version |
| Price (US) | $59.99 one-time (US) for lifetime access. Other plans and local prices are in the App Store |
| Account | None needed |
| Where documents go | Nowhere. Signing, filling and flattening happen on the device |
| Internet | Not needed to sign. Works offline |
| Export | Flattened PDF, so the signature is part of the page |
| Sends for signature | No. It signs documents you received; it doesn't route documents to other people |
What it looks like: the spots to sign and date are found for you.
Open your PDF. Add your signature. Send it back.What it does
- ✓Opens a PDF from Mail, Files, Messages, Safari or Photos through the iPhone Share Sheet, or scans a paper page with the camera.
- ✓Signs with a drawn, typed or imported signature, saved on the device for reuse.
- ✓Fills forms with text, dates, checkboxes and initials, and highlights likely signature and date spots.
- ✓Exports a flattened PDF and shares it back through Mail, Messages, AirDrop or Files.
- ✓Works on iPad with Apple Pencil. The app interface is available in 12 languages.
What it doesn't do
- ✕Send documents to other people for signature, track signers, or send reminders. That's what DocuSign and similar platforms are for.
- ✕Edit or rewrite the text of a PDF like a full PDF editor.
- ✕Run on Android or in a web browser.
- ✕Read or fix blurry scans with OCR.
How it compares
| Feature | Best for | Price | Account |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Markup | A one-page form between Apple devices | Free, built into iOS | No |
| eSign PDF | Signing and filling PDFs you received, so they show on any device | $59.99 once | No |
| DocuSign | Sending documents for other people to sign | $132 a year (Personal, 5 envelopes a month) | Yes, to send |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | A full PDF suite; Fill & Sign is available | Free Fill & Sign; paid upgrades | Adobe account for many features |
DocuSign price from its official pricing page, checked 2026-09-26.
Who it's for, and who it isn't
It's for people who get PDFs. Think renters signing a lease, freelancers signing an NDA or SOW, and new hires signing an offer letter. It also suits parents signing school forms and small businesses returning vendor or bank forms. See how to sign a PDF on iPhone.
It isn't for people who send contracts out for others to sign. If that's you, a sending platform is the right tool. See eSign PDF vs DocuSign. If you only sign a single page for someone on an iPhone or Mac, Apple Markup is free and may be enough. See Apple Markup vs a signing app.
FAQ
What is eSign PDF?+
An iPhone and iPad app for signing and filling PDFs you received, then sending them back as a flattened PDF. It works on-device, offline, with no account.
How much does eSign PDF cost?+
$59.99 one-time (US) for lifetime access. Your first export is free. Other plans and local prices are in the App Store.
Is eSign PDF a DocuSign alternative?+
Only for people who sign documents they received. It doesn't send documents to others for signature, so it doesn't replace DocuSign for senders.
Does eSign PDF upload my documents?+
No. Documents stay on the device. Optional iCloud backup goes to your own iCloud account.