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How to edit and sign a PDF – for free – without multiple tools

4 min read

14 Jan 2025

How to edit and eSign a PDF

With Dropbox, you can edit a PDF online for free on dropbox.com or in the mobile app for iOS.

On dropbox.com, you can:

  • Add text

  • Highlight sections of text

  • Edit existing text

  • Reorder pages

  • Rotate pages

  • Insert or delete pages

  • Draw on a page

  • Fill out interactive forms

  • Add signatures

On the mobile app, you can add text, dates and signatures.

Let’s explore the steps involved in both cases.

A PDF called “Client Agreement” being edited in Dropbox.
A signature being added to interactive form fields in a PDF on a mobile device.
A signature request being prepared for a PDF called “Client Agreement”.

Tips for editing and signing PDFs

Here are a few additional tips that make editing and signing a PDF document even easier with Dropbox:

Send eSignature requests

Need to collect signatures from others? With Dropbox, you can send eSignature requests from dropbox.com or the mobile app. This means you can quickly and efficiently gather signatures from multiple parties—without the hassle of printing, scanning and emailing documents back and forth.

You can also streamline your signature requests by turning frequently used documents into reusable templates. This feature saves you time and effort by eliminating the need to recreate the same documents over and over. With PDF templates, you can simply select the pre-made document, add the necessary information and send it out for signatures with just a few clicks.

Scan paper documents

Looking to reduce paper clutter? The document scanning feature in the Dropbox mobile app is a convenient tool that allows you to easily digitise paper files by scanning them directly to your Dropbox account. This feature eliminates the need for a separate scanner or scanning device, making it a quick and efficient way to store important documents digitally.

Once you scan a paper file using the Dropbox mobile app, it will save as a PDF in your Dropbox account automatically. You can then access and share the document from anywhere – all you need is an internet connection. In addition, the PDF format allows you to easily edit the scanned document, just like you would with any other PDF file.

Secure your electronic signatures

Dropbox is dedicated to keeping your data secure. Behind the scenes, multiple layers of protection are enforced to safeguard your digital signatures. This includes strict encryption measures that keep your data secure and inaccessible to unauthorised users.

With these security features in place, you can trust that your signatures are safe within your Dropbox account, giving you peace of mind knowing that your files and docs are protected. Dropbox also regularly updates its security protocols to stay ahead of potential threats and ensure the continued safety of your data.

Sign paperwork without all the paperwork

With legally binding eSignatures, you can execute business-critical documents in a few quick clicks.

Quick, simple PDF editing with Dropbox

With Dropbox, you can store, convertedit and sign PDFs all in one place and all for free. No need to juggle multiple tools, logins and subscriptions. Dropbox offers a comprehensive solution for all your PDF needs, making it the perfect choice for individuals and businesses alike.

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