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Best Free E-Signature Software in 2026
4 of the 6 e-signature software ranked on listme.name match: they can be used without paying (a free plan or free version). The order uses the same scores as the full ranking.
The ranking
- 1
Zoho Sign
A free plan for one user, paid per-user plans, and apps for iOS, Android, macOS and Windows. It is cloud-only and has a smaller brand footprint than DocuSign.
Best for Small teams that want a low-cost start
WebiOS, iPadOSAndroidmacOSWindowsFree plan, paid upgrades
- 2
SignWell
A free plan with API access and audit trails, and paid plans that add senders and volume. The free plan limits senders and documents, and it has fewer enterprise controls than DocuSign.
Best for Freelancers and small teams sending a few documents
WebFree plan, paid upgrades
- 3
Documenso
An open-source signing platform under AGPL-3.0 with a hosted free plan and self-hosting. It is newer and less widely known than DocuSign, and its hosted free plan has a small document limit.
Best for Open-source signing with a self-hosting option
WebSelf-hostedFree plan, paid upgradesOpen source
- 4
DocuSeal
An open-source signing tool under AGPL-3.0 that accepts PDF, DOCX and spreadsheet files, with a free cloud account and self-hosting. It has fewer enterprise controls than DocuSign.
Best for Self-hosted signing for PDF and office files
WebSelf-hostedFree plan, paid upgradesOpen source
At a glance
| Product | Score | Price | Platforms | Self-hosting | Signing API | Templates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Zoho Sign | 89.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WebiOS, iPadOSAndroidmacOSWindows | No | Yes | Yes |
 SignWell | 87.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | Web | No | Yes | Yes |
 Documenso | 84.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WebSelf-hosted | Yes | Yes | Yes |
 DocuSeal | 82.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WebSelf-hosted | Yes | Yes | Yes |