OpenSign

Documents & office

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What is OpenSign?

OpenSign manages document signing through browser-based forms, recipients and document records. Its open-source self-hosted application provides an alternative for organizations that want to operate their own electronic-signature workflow.

Document signing

Signing fields

Recipient workflows

Document management

Completion records

Is it a good fit?

Best suited to

Organizations operating their own browser signing system.

Before you choose

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Know what you're signing up for.

OpenSign offers AGPLv3 self-hosted application at no license charge. Your server and delivery services are separate; managed-hosting terms should be checked independently.

Your server and delivery services are separate; managed-hosting terms should be checked independently.

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The useful parts. The trade-offs.

Why consider it

Open-source deployment supports control over signing records

Document management keeps related files in one workflow

What to keep in mind

Self-hosting requires operational maintenance

Signature requirements vary by transaction and jurisdiction

How to use it well

OpenSign can put signing forms and completed documents in a system you operate. Test the entire recipient flow with sample files, then establish retention and backup practices before using it as the routine home for signed records.

Create a test document with the required signer fields and confirm the complete workflow using test recipients. Establish a naming convention for completed documents and keep the related records together. Review your deployment’s email delivery, storage and backup arrangements before relying on it for routine signing.

A few things you might be wondering.

Is OpenSign free?

OpenSign offers AGPLv3 self-hosted application at no license charge. Your server and delivery services are separate; managed-hosting terms should be checked independently.

Does OpenSign provide source code for self-hosting?

Yes. The official repository identifies its license as AGPL-3.

Should I assume every hosted plan matches self-hosted limits?

No. Managed hosting has its own service terms; the free entry here covers the self-hosted software.

Where can I check the latest prices?

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