Whether small team or large enterprise, your costs remain predictable as your team grows.
600 documents per year included, then 1€ per document process started.
1.000 documents per year included, then 1€ per document process started.
Together, we ensure a smooth transition to automated document workflows.
50 documents per month included, then 1€ per document process started.
80 documents per month included, then 1€ per document process started.
Together, we ensure a smooth transition to automated document workflows.
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All Paperless signatures are eIDAS-certified, legally binding and secure. Our platform supports all signature levels.
Our software is developed in Germany and operated exclusively on German, ISO 27001-certified servers.
Paperless offers you an experienced support team and deliberately avoids chatbots for personal and individual service.
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With the free trial period, you get a full version of our Business Plan for 14 days. This allows you to get to know the full scope of Paperless and get an idea of what it's like to work with us.
No. You can register and use Paperless for 14 days without providing any payment details. After the trial period has expired and you have selected the appropriate plan, you can start a subscription.
No. After the 14-day trial period expires, the sending of new document processes will be automatically deactivated—there will be no costs. If you would like to continue using Paperless, you can simply choose a suitable plan or seek advice from our experts. We are happy to help you get started.
With Paperless, you can either upload a PDF file for signature, create a smart document with the no-code editor or create an online form. Every time you have sent a document or someone has started filling out the online form, this counts as a document process started.
Yes, absolutely. Digital signatures with Paperless meet all the requirements of the European Union's eIDAS Regulation. This regulation governs the legal validity and recognition of electronic signatures within the EU and guarantees their binding nature.Paperless supports all three signature levels defined in the eIDAS Regulation:
1. Simple electronic signature (EES): ideal for everyday, low-risk agreements
2. Advanced electronic signature (FES): These signatures offer additional security as they are clearly assigned to the signatory and are tamper-proof.
3. Qualified electronic signature (QES): This meets the highest legal standards and is equivalent to handwritten signatures in court. An identity check is required for the QES, which Paperless handles smoothly with certified partners.
Once the signature process is complete, Paperless provides an audit trail. This log contains all relevant information, including timestamps and cryptographic check values, to prove the authenticity and integrity of the document. It serves as evidence in court and proves the origin and integrity of the signature.
SES, AES and QES stand for the three signature levels defined in the eIDAS Regulation (Electronic Identification, Authentication and Trust Services). They differ in terms of their legal binding force and the requirements for signing:
Simple Electronic Signature (SES): This is the most basic form of electronic signature. It is easy to use and ideal for everyday documents with low risk. However, it offers less legal protection as it does not have to be clearly assigned to a signatory.
Advanced electronic signature (AES): This signature is more secure than the EES as it is clearly assigned to a signatory and is technically tamper-proof. It is based on cryptographic procedures and ensures that the data has not been changed after the signature. The FES is sufficient for many business and legal documents.
Qualified Electronic Signature (QES):The QES meets the highest legal standards and is equivalent to a handwritten signature in court throughout the EU. It requires an identity check of the signatory (e.g. by video identification procedure) and is issued by a qualified trust service provider.Paperless supports all three signature levels, so you can choose the right option depending on your requirements and legal specifications.
No. All plans (Basic, Business, Enterprise) include unlimited users—you can invite your entire team at no additional cost.
Yes, all plans include personal support—by phone, email, or in-app chat, always directly with our experts (no chatbots). In addition, each plan includes structured onboarding to help you get started smoothly.
Yes. Both options are available; with annual billing, you save up to 25% compared to monthly payments.
We accept all major credit cards, including Visa and Mastercard. Alternatively, you can pay by bank transfer or SEPA direct debit mandate.
Yes. Startups, non-profit organizations, and associations receive special conditions. Feel free to send us an email at sales@paperless.io
With Paperless, there are no hidden costs. All features and services included in your plan are clearly communicated.Additional fees may apply if you purchase optional add-ons
or require more document processes than are included in your plan.We place great importance on transparency. If additional costs arise, we will inform you in advance so that you always have full control over your expenses.
No, signers do not need a Paperless account. Recipients can open, review, and sign documents directly via a secure link—without having to register. This makes the process particularly easy and accessible for external signers.
Yes, absolutely. Digital signatures with Paperless meet all the requirements of the European Union's eIDAS Regulation. This regulation governs the legal validity and recognition of electronic signatures within the EU and ensures their binding nature.Paperless supports all three signature levels defined in the eIDAS Regulation:
1. Simple electronic signature (EES): Ideal for everyday agreements with low risk.
2. Advanced electronic signature (AES): These signatures offer additional security as they are uniquely assigned to the signer and tamper-proof.
3. Qualified electronic signature (QES): This meets the highest legal standards and is equivalent to handwritten signatures in court. QES requires identity verification, which Paperless handles smoothly with certified partners.
Once the signing process is complete, Paperless provides an audit trail. This log contains all relevant information, including timestamps and cryptographic checksums, to prove the authenticity and integrity of the document. It serves as evidence in court and proves the origin and integrity of the signature.
EES, FES, and QES stand for the three signature levels defined in the eIDAS Regulation (Electronic Identification, Authentication, and Trust Services). They differ in terms of their legal validity and the requirements for signing:
Simple electronic signature (EES):
This is the most basic form of electronic signature. It is easy to use and ideal for everyday documents with low risk. However, it offers less legal protection as it does not have to be uniquely assigned to a signatory.
Advanced electronic signature (AES):
This signature is more secure than the EES because it is uniquely assigned to a signatory and is technically tamper-proof. It is based on cryptographic methods and ensures that the data has not been altered after signing. The AES is sufficient for many business and legal documents.
Qualified electronic signature (QES):
The QES meets the highest legal standards and is equivalent to a handwritten signature in court throughout the EU. It requires identity verification of the signatory (e.g., through video identification procedures) and is issued by a qualified trust service provider.
Paperless supports all three signature levels, so you can choose the appropriate option depending on your requirements and legal specifications.
Yes. Paperless supports simple (EES), advanced (FES), and qualified electronic signatures (QES). QES is the legal equivalent of a handwritten signature and requires identity verification.
Yes. Paperless fully complies with the requirements of the GDPR and is developed and operated in Germany. Your data is processed exclusively in certified data centers in Germany — for maximum data protection and data security.
Exclusively in Germany at ISO 27001-certified data centers (including Nuremberg and Falkenstein); we also only use European subcontractors — data does not leave the EU. This ensures full data sovereignty and maximum control over your information. You can read more about security at Paperless here.
Yes, Paperless offers extensive integration options so you can work seamlessly with your favorite tools. It supports industry-specific solutions such as SAP, Propstack, Cobra CRM, enaio, and Microsoft SharePoint, among others.
In addition, over 7,000 integrations are available via Make and Zapier. These platforms allow you to flexibly connect Paperless to almost any third-party app and automate your workflows.
Yes. The API connects Paperless to your existing applications so you can seamlessly automate document and form processes. Learn more about our API here.
A form is published (e.g., as a link on your website) or widely shared so that recipients can fill it out themselves. A template is a reusable document template that you send to specific recipients — ideal for contracts and individual processes.
