HelloSign Alternatives (2026): 10 Tools Compared

HelloSign is the e-signature product many people still call by its original name, and its web address now leads to the Dropbox Sign website, so you'll see the two names used together. If you've been using HelloSign and you're thinking of a change, perhaps for a simpler setup or a different way of working, there are plenty of other choices.

Here are ten HelloSign alternatives in no particular order, sorted alphabetically. Several are smaller makers, a few are open source and some combine signing with forms or PDF editing. I've taken each description from the tool's own website, so check the current details there. If you also need agreement wording, my write-up on running client onboarding with AI covers the steps around signing.

Document signing options at a glance

In the free plan column, Yes means the tool's own site describes a plan you can keep using without a time limit. Trial only means a free trial but no ongoing free plan. No means the site states neither. Details change, so check before you start.

Tool	Type	Good for	Free plan
DocHub	PDF editor and signer	Editing and signing PDFs online	Yes
Documenso	Open-source e-signature	Hosted use or running it yourself	Yes
DocuSeal	Open-source signing	Templates, an API and self-hosting	Yes
eSignatures.com	Contract e-signing	Contracts sent from your own apps	Trial only
Jotform Sign	Form-based signing	Forms and signatures together	Yes
OpenSign	Open-source e-signature	Signing you can host yourself	Yes
Sign.com	E-signature service	Quick signature requests	Yes
Signaturely	E-signature tool	Straightforward signing and templates	Yes
SignNow	Document workflow tool	Signing with editing and forms	Trial only
SignWell	E-signature tool	Simple sending with templates	Yes

Ten ways to get documents signed online besides HelloSign

DocHub

Best for: People who mainly work with PDFs and want to edit, fill in and sign them in the browser.

Documenso

Best for: Technical teams and privacy-minded owners who like open-source software and the option to host it themselves.

DocuSeal

Best for: Developers and small firms who want template-based signing they can use online or host on their own server.

eSignatures.com

Best for: Businesses that send contracts from their own software and want signing built into that process.

Jotform Sign

Best for: Jotform users who want documents that can be signed, connected to their forms and online workflows.

OpenSign

Best for: Owners who like open-source software and want to sign, store and secure documents in one place.

Sign.com

Best for: Freelancers and small teams who want to send signature requests quickly and see how each one is getting on.

Signaturely

Best for: Small businesses who want an uncomplicated way to send documents for signature and reuse their templates.

SignNow

Best for: Teams who want to edit PDFs, build reusable forms and send documents out for signing.

SignWell

Best for: Freelancers and small teams who want to send documents for signature with templates and an audit trail.

Choosing a document signing tool when you leave HelloSign

Start by writing down how you send documents today, because the small habits are the ones people forget. Then judge each option against that list.

• Reusable templates. Can you set up fields once and send the same agreement again and again?
• Multiple signers. Can several people sign in a set order?
• Mobile signing. Is the signing page easy to use on a small screen?
• Branding. Can you add your name or logo to what recipients see?
• Records. Do you get a clear history of who signed and when?
• Where it sits. Can it connect to the storage or CRM you already use?
• Support. Is help offered in a way that suits you?

Open-source and self-hosted document signing

A few tools on this page publish their code, which means you can run them on your own server if you've got the technical skills. The attraction is control over where documents live. The trade-off is that you look after updates, backups and security yourself, so it suits people with a developer to hand. Many of these tools also offer a hosted version if you'd rather not run anything.

Electronic signatures and the rules for your documents

Whether an electronic signature is accepted depends on the type of document and the country. Many everyday agreements can be signed online, while some documents need other formats or witnesses. This isn't legal advice, so check with a solicitor or the official body for your own situation.

Matching a document signing tool to your business

• Sole traders often just need a handful of signed agreements and a tidy copy for each.
• Agencies tend to want templates and a reliable record to show clients.
• Businesses with web forms may like signing that connects to those forms.
• PDF-heavy offices may prefer a tool that edits as well as signs.
• Developer teams often want an API or an open-source option.

Why a lesser-known document signing tool can be worth testing

Smaller makers tend to stay close to a few jobs and answer quickly when you write in. You might find a cleaner screen and an approach that suits your size of business better than a large suite does.

Check when the product was last updated and read its privacy pages. Ask where documents are stored and how to download them. Send a harmless test agreement before you use it for real work. When you want to plan the wider client journey, my list of free contract templates is a useful companion.

Do you make an e-signature or document signing tool? Tool makers can ask to be considered for a featured place on this list.

A final check before you pick a document signing tool

Choose two options and run the same sample agreement through both. Notice how long setup took, how the signer's page looked on a phone and how the signed copy was stored. Keep the one you'd happily put in front of a client.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to HelloSign?

Its web address now leads to the Dropbox Sign site, so you'll see the names used together. Check that site for current details about the product.

Why might someone look for a HelloSign alternative?

Reasons vary: a simpler screen, different integrations, an open-source option or a wish to try a smaller maker. Write down what you need most, then compare.

Are electronic signatures legally valid?

In many countries they are for a wide range of documents, though some need other formats. This isn't legal advice, so check with a solicitor or the official body for your situation.

Can I move my templates to another tool?

Usually you'll need to rebuild them, so list your templates and fields first and start with the one you use most.

Is a free plan enough?

It can be for occasional agreements. Read the limits on documents, templates and users before you rely on one.