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Certify PDF for Contract Authentication

Add a certification signature to verify document authenticity and detect tampering

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Why Certify PDF for Contract Authentication?

Certification goes beyond basic digital signatures — it proves the document's origin and detects any modifications after certification. Essential for contracts, legal agreements, and regulated documents where authenticity must be verifiable.

How to Certify PDF for Contract Authentication — Step by Step

Follow the shortest path for this exact task, then jump into the tool when you are ready to compress the file.

  1. 1

    Upload the PDF contract or document

  2. 2

    Add your certification signature

  3. 3

    Set allowed changes (none, form filling, annotations)

  4. 4

    Download the certified PDF

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between signing and certifying?
Signing confirms agreement. Certifying proves the document's origin AND detects any modifications made after certification — providing stronger authenticity guarantees.
Can a certified PDF be modified?
The certifier sets allowed changes: no changes, form filling only, or annotations only. Any other modification invalidates the certification.

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