ValidSign: the European alternative to DocuSign
European organizations choose ValidSign for EU-only data storage, native eIDAS compliance, and Dutch authentication methods like DigiD, eHerkenning, and iDIN - capabilities that come standard, not as add-ons.
Key differences at a glance
European Data Sovereignty
ValidSign stores all data exclusively in EU data centers. DocuSign is US-headquartered with data processing that may involve non-EU jurisdictions.
eIDAS Native
ValidSign is built from the ground up for European eIDAS compliance with native support for DigiD, eHerkenning, iDIN, and BankID. DocuSign added EU compliance as an afterthought.
Local Support
ValidSign provides Dutch-speaking support, local implementation partners, and understands the Benelux market. DocuSign routes support through global channels.
Detailed feature comparison
See how ValidSign and DocuSign compare across key capabilities
| Feature | ValidSign | DocuSign |
|---|---|---|
| Headquartered | Netherlands (EU) | San Francisco, USA |
| Data storage | EU only | Global (US primary) |
| eIDAS compliance | Native, full support | Available, add-on |
| DigiD integration | ||
| eHerkenning | ||
| iDIN (Dutch bank ID) | ||
| BankID (Scandinavian) | Yes | Limited |
| PKIoverheid certificates | ||
| Dutch language support | Full, native | Partial |
| Local implementation partners | 80+ in Benelux | Limited in NL |
| Pricing transparency | Simple, per user | Complex tiers |
| Free plan | Yes, 15 transactions/year | Limited trial |
| API & SDKs | REST API, Java, .NET | REST API, multiple SDKs |
| SharePoint integration | Native connector | Available |
| Salesforce integration | Available | Native |
| GDPR compliance | Full, EU-based | Certified, US-based |
| ISO 27001 | ||
| NEN 7510 (Healthcare NL) | ||
| Support language | Dutch & English | English primary |
| Qualified signatures (QES) | Yes | Yes (via partners) |
Why European organizations switch to ValidSign
With increasing EU data regulations, having your signing platform headquartered and hosted in the EU eliminates cross-border data transfer concerns.
Switching from DocuSign is easy
Our onboarding team guides you every step of the way to get started with ValidSign.
Consult
We assess your signing needs and design the ideal ValidSign setup for your organization.
Configure
Our team sets up your templates, workflows, and integrations in ValidSign.
Go live
Start signing with ValidSign. Your team will be up and running in days, not weeks.
ValidSign offers a comprehensive REST API, making it easy for development teams to integrate and automate signing workflows.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, ValidSign is the leading European eSignature platform, trusted by 3,500+ organizations. Built for EU compliance from the ground up, ValidSign offers native eIDAS support, EU-only data storage, and Dutch authentication methods like DigiD, eHerkenning, and iDIN.
ValidSign is European-headquartered with EU-only data storage, native eIDAS compliance, and Dutch authentication methods (DigiD, eHerkenning, iDIN). DocuSign is US-based with a global infrastructure. For European organizations, ValidSign offers a purpose-built solution that eliminates cross-border data transfer concerns.
ValidSign offers transparent per-user pricing and a free plan with 15 transactions/year. There are no complex tier structures or hidden fees. Many organizations find ValidSign more cost-effective, especially when factoring in native EU compliance features that would require add-ons elsewhere.
Yes, switching is easy. Our onboarding team guides you through every step, from setting up templates and workflows to connecting integrations. Most organizations are up and running within days.
Yes, fully. All data is processed and stored exclusively in EU data centers. ValidSign is ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and NEN 7510 certified. As a Dutch company, ValidSign falls under EU jurisdiction for data protection.
Yes, ValidSign supports all eIDAS signature levels: Simple Electronic Signatures (SES), Advanced Electronic Signatures (AES), and Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) through PKIoverheid certificates from KPN and Cleverbase. Cleverbase cloud certificates allow QES signing from any device without a physical token.
Yes, all ValidSign signatures comply with the European eIDAS regulation and are legally binding across all EU member states. ValidSign supports all three eIDAS signature levels to meet varying legal requirements.
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