SigPDF vs iLovePDF
iLovePDF is a popular PDF toolkit — but it uploads every document to its cloud servers for processing. SigPDF processes your PDFs entirely in your browser. No upload, no cloud storage, no watermarks.
No file uploadsNo watermarksNo account requiredFrom €2.08/month
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SigPDF vs iLovePDF — Comparison
| Feature | SigPDF | iLovePDF |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | Files never leave your browser | Documents uploaded to iLovePDF servers |
| Price | From €2.08/month (annual) | From ~€4/month (Individual) |
| Watermarks | Never | On free plan |
| Account required | No | Optional (limited without) |
| PDF toolkit (compress/merge) | No | Yes |
| Works offline | Yes (after loading) | No |
| GDPR-friendly | Yes — no uploads | Partial — uploads are temporary |
When iLovePDF is the better choice
- You need a full PDF toolkit — compress, merge, split, convert, in addition to signing
- Privacy is not a concern for the documents you are processing
- You want a free option and are comfortable with ads and watermarks
When SigPDF is the better choice
- You need to sign PDFs without uploading them to any server
- Privacy matters — contracts, NDAs, personal documents
- You want no watermarks, ever, at any plan level
- GDPR compliance requires keeping documents off third-party servers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is iLovePDF?
iLovePDF is a popular online PDF toolkit offering tools to compress, merge, split, convert, and sign PDFs. It is cloud-based — all PDF processing happens on iLovePDF's servers. The free tier is supported by ads and has file size limits; the premium plan starts around €4/month.
Does iLovePDF upload my documents to its servers?
Yes. iLovePDF is a cloud-based service. Your documents are uploaded to iLovePDF's servers for processing. iLovePDF states it deletes files after processing, but the upload still occurs. SigPDF never uploads your documents — all processing happens in your browser.
Is SigPDF better than iLovePDF for signing PDFs?
For privacy-sensitive signing, SigPDF is better. Your documents never leave your device. iLovePDF offers more PDF tools overall (compress, merge, convert), but for signing specifically, SigPDF provides stronger privacy guarantees and no upload requirement.
Does iLovePDF add watermarks to signed PDFs?
iLovePDF's free plan adds a small iLovePDF watermark to processed files. The premium plan removes watermarks. SigPDF never adds watermarks at any plan level.
How does pricing compare between SigPDF and iLovePDF?
iLovePDF premium starts at approximately €4/month (individual plan). SigPDF starts at €2.08/month (annual billing). Both are affordable, but SigPDF is focused exclusively on signing without cloud uploads.
Can I use iLovePDF without an account?
iLovePDF allows limited use without an account on its free tier, with file size restrictions and ads. SigPDF allows full preview without an account — no file size limits, no ads.
Which is better for GDPR compliance — SigPDF or iLovePDF?
SigPDF is more GDPR-friendly. Your documents are processed entirely in your browser — no personal data in your PDFs is transmitted to SigPDF. iLovePDF uploads documents to its servers for processing, which involves data transfer even if temporary.