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OpenSign

Free (open-source, self-hosted or cloud)
4.3/5

Open-source, unlimited free e-signatures; self-hosted option, secure document vault.

Why founders use OpenSign

Unlimited e-signatures and document storage
Drag-and-drop signature field placement
Multi-signer workflows
Completion certificates with audit trails
Self-hosted and cloud deployment options
Open-source codebase (MIT license)

The Good

Completely free, unlimited e-signatures (no paywalls)
Open-source (MIT license); audit source code yourself
Self-hosted option; full data control and sovereignty
Unlimited document storage in OpenSign Drive
Tamper-proof completion certificates with audit logs
No vendor lock-in; you own the data

The Bad

Smaller community and ecosystem than DocuSign
Less polished UI/UX; steeper learning curve for non-technical users
Self-hosting requires DevOps knowledge
Fewer integrations (Zapier, Slack, etc., not native)
Support is community-driven; no SLA or dedicated help

The Verdict

OpenSign is the open-source alternative to DocuSign—unlimited free e-signatures, forever, with source code transparency. Deploy on your own servers or use their cloud; sign and store unlimited PDFs at no cost. Every signature includes a tamper-proof completion certificate with audit logs. For indie hackers paranoid about vendor lock-in or SaaS pricing spirals, OpenSign's open-source model (MIT license) means you own your infrastructure and data.\n\nThe free cloud version rivals Inkless (unlimited free signatures) but with the added benefit of self-hosting. No watermarks, no feature limits, no seat caps. The community is growing, but it's smaller than DocuSign, so expect less polish. Ideal for indie SaaS founders, freelancers, and consultants who value data sovereignty and transparency over enterprise features. Zero cost to deploy; only optional paid support if you need help.

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