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PDF form filling: frequently asked questions
Short, honest answers to the questions people ask most about filling PDFs on screen. For step-by-step walkthroughs, browse the guides.
Is Formagator really free?
Yes. Filling a PDF and downloading it is free, with no watermark and no account required for your first form. A free account is optional and only saves your drafts, signature and profile across devices.
Are my documents uploaded to a server?
No. Field detection and filling happen entirely in your browser. A document is stored only if you sign in and choose to save it.
Can I fill a scanned or photographed form?
Yes. Formagator reads the page layout and uses on-device text recognition for image-only pages. See this guide.
Can I add a signature?
Yes. Draw it with a mouse or finger and place it on the signature line. See signing a PDF.
Does it work in Hebrew, Arabic and other languages?
Yes, including right-to-left scripts with correct bidirectional layout. See this guide.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It is a website and works on desktop and mobile browsers.
Will the finished PDF be editable by the recipient?
No. The export is flattened, so your answers and signature are part of the page.
What happens to a form I do not save?
It exists only in your browser for that session and is gone when you close the tab.
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