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Open Source Alternative to DocuSign
DocuSign charges US$15 per user monthly for signatures. DocuSeal does legally binding e-signatures free.
What the paid app costs: US$15/user/mo
Why switch?
Signing a PDF should not be a subscription. DocuSeal is MIT-licensed, so you can even self-host it and sign unlimited documents at zero cost. LibreSign plugs straight into Nextcloud if your files already live there.
Compare the alternatives
| Alternative | License | Platforms | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| DocuSeal | MIT | Web, self-hostable | The direct open-source DocuSign |
| LibreSign | AGPL-3.0 | Web, self-hostable | For Nextcloud users |
DocuSeal
Free forever MIT · Web, self-hostable
- Legally binding e-signatures
- Reusable templates
- Self-host for free
The direct open-source DocuSign
LibreSign
Free forever AGPL-3.0 · Web, self-hostable
- Sign PDFs in the browser
- Built by a cooperative
- Nextcloud integration
For Nextcloud users
Which one should you pick?
- DocuSeal: The direct open-source DocuSign
- LibreSign: For Nextcloud users
Frequently asked questions
Are DocuSeal signatures legally binding?
Yes, DocuSeal produces audit-trailed electronic signatures compliant with eIDAS and ESIGN frameworks.
Can I self-host DocuSeal?
Yes, the MIT license allows free self-hosting with unlimited documents and signers.
What about requesting signatures from clients?
DocuSeal supports signature request links and reusable templates, like DocuSign.