Welcome to pdf-sign! This tool makes it simple to sign and verify PDF documents. You can use GPG or Sigstore signatures with ease. Letβs get you set up.
- Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux
- Processor: 1 GHz or faster
- RAM: 512 MB minimum
- Storage: 50 MB available space
- Additional Software: Ensure you have the latest version of GPG installed. For Sigstore, you'll need a supported OIDC provider account.
- GPG and Sigstore Signing: Choose between two secure options to sign your documents.
- Multi-party Signing: Invite others to sign your PDF, making it perfect for collaborative projects.
- Compatibility: Works with standard PDF readers.
- Free to Use: Enjoy all features without any cost.
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Visit the Releases Page: Go to our Releases page to download the software.
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Select Your Version: Look for the latest release. You will see multiple files. Choose the one that suits your operating system (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux).
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Download the File: Click on the appropriate file to start downloading.
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Install the Application:
- Windows: Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
- macOS: Open the
.dmgfile and drag the pdf-sign app to your Applications folder. - Linux: Extract the downloaded file and run the executable from the terminal.
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Verify Installation: Open a terminal (or command prompt) and type
pdf-sign --versionto check if the installation was successful.
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Open the Application: Launch the pdf-sign software from your applications list.
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Select a PDF: Click on "Choose File" to select the document you want to sign.
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Choose Your Signing Method: Decide if you want to use GPG or Sigstore. If using Sigstore, make sure you are logged in with your OIDC provider.
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Sign the Document:
- If using GPG: Follow the prompts to select your key and sign.
- If using Sigstore: Authenticate and confirm the signing action.
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Save the Signed PDF: After signing, save the document. You will now have a PDF that is secure and tamper-proof.
To verify a signed PDF:
- Open the pdf-sign application.
- Click on "Verify PDF."
- Choose the signed PDF file.
- The app will confirm if the document is authentic and show any signatures present.
- Documentation: Refer to the pdf-sign Wiki for detailed guides and troubleshooting tips.
- Community Support: Join our community discussions on GitHub to seek help from other users.
pdf-sign supports GPG signatures as well as keyless signatures using Sigstore (Google, GitHub, Microsoft accounts).
No, pdf-sign is designed for average users. The steps to sign and verify PDFs are straightforward.
No, you can use all features of pdf-sign for free.
For updates, you can follow the repository. We will continue to improve pdf-sign based on your feedback.