Un guide du développeur pour la signature numérique des PDF avec C#

Comment appliquer une signature numérique à un PDF avec un certificat ?

Vous pouvez appliquer une signature numérique à un document PDF à l'aide d'un fichier de certificat numérique (tel que .pfx ou .p12) pour garantir l'authenticité et l'intégrité du document. Ce processus garantit que le document n'a pas été modifié depuis sa signature. Pour un aperçu complet des capacités de signature numérique, explorez notre guide complet sur les signatures numériques.

IronPDF fournit une API simple pour cela, prenant en charge plusieurs façons de définir une signature numérique. Le cœur de cette fonctionnalité repose sur la classe PdfSignature, qui encapsule le certificat et toutes les métadonnées associées pour la signature.

Install-Package IronPdf

using IronPdf;
using IronPdf.Signing;
using System.Security.Cryptography.X509Certificates;

// Create a new PDF from an HTML string for demonstration.
var renderer = new ChromePdfRenderer();
var pdf = renderer.RenderHtmlAsPdf("<h1>Signed Document</h1><p>This document has been digitally signed.</p>");

// Load the certificate from a .pfx file with its password.
// The X509KeyStorageFlags.Exportable flag is crucial for allowing the private key to be used in the signing process.
var cert = new X509Certificate2("IronSoftware.pfx", "123456", X509KeyStorageFlags.Exportable);

// Create a PdfSignature object using the loaded certificate.
var signature = new PdfSignature(cert);

// Apply the signature to the PDF document.
pdf.Sign(signature);

// Save the securely signed PDF document.
pdf.SaveAs("Signed.pdf");

using IronPdf;
using IronPdf.Signing;
using System.Security.Cryptography.X509Certificates;

// Create a new PDF from an HTML string for demonstration.
var renderer = new ChromePdfRenderer();
var pdf = renderer.RenderHtmlAsPdf("<h1>Signed Document</h1><p>This document has been digitally signed.</p>");

// Load the certificate from a .pfx file with its password.
// The X509KeyStorageFlags.Exportable flag is crucial for allowing the private key to be used in the signing process.
var cert = new X509Certificate2("IronSoftware.pfx", "123456", X509KeyStorageFlags.Exportable);

// Create a PdfSignature object using the loaded certificate.
var signature = new PdfSignature(cert);

// Apply the signature to the PDF document.
pdf.Sign(signature);

// Save the securely signed PDF document.
pdf.SaveAs("Signed.pdf");

using IronPdf;
using IronPdf.Signing;
using IronSoftware.Drawing;
using System;

// Load an existing PDF document to be signed.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("invoice.pdf");

// Create a PdfSignature object directly from the certificate file and password.
var signature = new PdfSignature("IronSoftware.pfx", "123456");

// Add detailed metadata to the signature for a comprehensive audit trail.
// These properties enhance the signature's credibility and provide context
signature.SignatureDate = DateTime.Now;
signature.SigningContact = "legal@ironsoftware.com";
signature.SigningLocation = "Chicago, USA";
signature.SigningReason = "Contractual Agreement";

// Add a secure timestamp from a trusted Time Stamp Authority (TSA).
// This provides cryptographic proof of the signing time.
signature.TimeStampUrl = new Uri("[http://timestamp.digicert.com](http://timestamp.digicert.com)");
signature.TimestampHashAlgorithm = TimestampHashAlgorithms.SHA256;

// Apply a visual appearance to the signature. (More on this in the next section)
signature.SignatureImage = new PdfSignatureImage("assets/visual-signature.png", 0, new Rectangle(350, 750, 200, 100));

// Sign the PDF document with the configured signature object.
pdf.Sign(signature);

// Save the final, signed PDF document.
pdf.SaveAs("DetailedSignature.pdf");

using IronPdf;
using IronPdf.Signing;
using IronSoftware.Drawing;
using System;

// Load an existing PDF document to be signed.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("invoice.pdf");

// Create a PdfSignature object directly from the certificate file and password.
var signature = new PdfSignature("IronSoftware.pfx", "123456");

// Add detailed metadata to the signature for a comprehensive audit trail.
// These properties enhance the signature's credibility and provide context
signature.SignatureDate = DateTime.Now;
signature.SigningContact = "legal@ironsoftware.com";
signature.SigningLocation = "Chicago, USA";
signature.SigningReason = "Contractual Agreement";

// Add a secure timestamp from a trusted Time Stamp Authority (TSA).
// This provides cryptographic proof of the signing time.
signature.TimeStampUrl = new Uri("[http://timestamp.digicert.com](http://timestamp.digicert.com)");
signature.TimestampHashAlgorithm = TimestampHashAlgorithms.SHA256;

// Apply a visual appearance to the signature. (More on this in the next section)
signature.SignatureImage = new PdfSignatureImage("assets/visual-signature.png", 0, new Rectangle(350, 750, 200, 100));

// Sign the PDF document with the configured signature object.
pdf.Sign(signature);

// Save the final, signed PDF document.
pdf.SaveAs("DetailedSignature.pdf");

Comment puis-je ajouter une représentation visuelle à une signature numérique ?

Bien qu'une signature numérique soit cryptographiquement intégrée au PDF, il est souvent utile d'avoir une représentation visuelle sur la page. Cela peut être un logo d'entreprise, une image de signature manuscrite ou d'autres graphiques. IronPDF facilite l'ajout d'une image à un objet PdfSignature.

Vous pouvez charger une image à partir d'un fichier ou d'un flux et la positionner précisément sur n'importe quelle page du PDF. Les formats d'image pris en charge sont les suivants : PNG, JPEG, GIF, BMP, TIFF et WebP. Cette technique est similaire à la façon dont vous pourriez estampiller du texte et des images sur des documents PDF.

using IronPdf.Signing;
using IronSoftware.Drawing;

// This example demonstrates various ways to add a visual image to a PDF signature.

// Create a PdfSignature object.
var signature = new PdfSignature("IronSoftware.pfx", "123456");

// Define the position and size for the signature image on the first page (index 0).
// Rectangle parameters: x position, y position, width, height
var signatureRectangle = new Rectangle(350, 750, 200, 100);

// Option 1: Set the SignatureImage property directly.
// This is the most straightforward approach
signature.SignatureImage = new PdfSignatureImage("assets/visual-signature.png", 0, signatureRectangle);

// Option 2: Use the LoadSignatureImageFromFile method.
// This method provides the same functionality with a different syntax
signature.LoadSignatureImageFromFile("assets/visual-signature.png", 0, signatureRectangle);

// Option 3: Load an image from a stream. This is useful for images generated in memory.
// Perfect for scenarios where images are retrieved from databases or web services
AnyBitmap image = AnyBitmap.FromFile("assets/visual-signature.png");
using (var imageStream = image.ToStream())
{
    signature.LoadSignatureImageFromStream(imageStream, 0, signatureRectangle);
}

// After configuring the signature image, apply it to a PDF.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("invoice.pdf");
pdf.Sign(signature);
pdf.SaveAs("VisualSignature.pdf");

using IronPdf.Signing;
using IronSoftware.Drawing;

// This example demonstrates various ways to add a visual image to a PDF signature.

// Create a PdfSignature object.
var signature = new PdfSignature("IronSoftware.pfx", "123456");

// Define the position and size for the signature image on the first page (index 0).
// Rectangle parameters: x position, y position, width, height
var signatureRectangle = new Rectangle(350, 750, 200, 100);

// Option 1: Set the SignatureImage property directly.
// This is the most straightforward approach
signature.SignatureImage = new PdfSignatureImage("assets/visual-signature.png", 0, signatureRectangle);

// Option 2: Use the LoadSignatureImageFromFile method.
// This method provides the same functionality with a different syntax
signature.LoadSignatureImageFromFile("assets/visual-signature.png", 0, signatureRectangle);

// Option 3: Load an image from a stream. This is useful for images generated in memory.
// Perfect for scenarios where images are retrieved from databases or web services
AnyBitmap image = AnyBitmap.FromFile("assets/visual-signature.png");
using (var imageStream = image.ToStream())
{
    signature.LoadSignatureImageFromStream(imageStream, 0, signatureRectangle);
}

// After configuring the signature image, apply it to a PDF.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("invoice.pdf");
pdf.Sign(signature);
pdf.SaveAs("VisualSignature.pdf");

Ce code montre trois façons équivalentes d'ajouter un composant visuel à une signature numérique. Que vous ayez une image sur disque ou en mémoire, vous pouvez facilement l'estampiller sur le PDF dans le cadre du processus de signature. Cela comble le fossé entre la sécurité cryptographique invisible et l'approbation visible du document.

Comment puis-je contrôler les autorisations documentaires après la signature ?

Lorsque vous signez un document, vous souhaitez peut-être spécifier quelles modifications, le cas échéant, sont autorisées par la suite. Par exemple, vous pouvez verrouiller complètement le document ou permettre uniquement aux utilisateurs de remplir les champs de formulaire. IronPDF vous permet de définir ces autorisations à l'aide de l'énumération SignaturePermissions. Pour un contrôle des autorisations plus avancé, consultez notre guide sur la définition des mots de passe et des autorisations PDF.

Définir les autorisations de signature est une partie clé de la gestion du cycle de vie d'un document. Cela garantit que l'intégrité du document est maintenue selon vos règles après l'application de votre signature. Si un utilisateur exécute une action non autorisée, la signature sera invalidée.

using IronPdf.Signing;

// Load a PDF file with change tracking enabled.
// This enables incremental save functionality for revision management
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("annual_census.pdf", ChangeTrackingModes.EnableChangeTracking);

// Placeholder for edits: You might add text, fill forms, or add annotations here.
// For example: pdf.Annotations.Add(new TextAnnotation(...));
// Or: pdf.Form["fieldName"].Value = "New Value";

// Sign the current state of the document using SignWithFile for convenience.
// We set permissions to allow further signatures and form filling.
pdf.SignWithFile(
    "assets/IronSignature.p12", 
    "password", 
    SignaturePermissions.AdditionalSignaturesAndFormFillingAllowed);

// Save the current state as a distinct revision within the PDF's history.
// This creates a snapshot that can be referenced later
PdfDocument pdfWithRevision = pdf.SaveAsRevision();

// Save the final PDF with its full revision history to a new file.
pdfWithRevision.SaveAs("annual_census_signed.pdf");

using IronPdf.Signing;

// Load a PDF file with change tracking enabled.
// This enables incremental save functionality for revision management
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("annual_census.pdf", ChangeTrackingModes.EnableChangeTracking);

// Placeholder for edits: You might add text, fill forms, or add annotations here.
// For example: pdf.Annotations.Add(new TextAnnotation(...));
// Or: pdf.Form["fieldName"].Value = "New Value";

// Sign the current state of the document using SignWithFile for convenience.
// We set permissions to allow further signatures and form filling.
pdf.SignWithFile(
    "assets/IronSignature.p12", 
    "password", 
    SignaturePermissions.AdditionalSignaturesAndFormFillingAllowed);

// Save the current state as a distinct revision within the PDF's history.
// This creates a snapshot that can be referenced later
PdfDocument pdfWithRevision = pdf.SaveAsRevision();

// Save the final PDF with its full revision history to a new file.
pdfWithRevision.SaveAs("annual_census_signed.pdf");

// Load a PDF with a complex signature history.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("multi_signed_report.pdf");

// Verify all signatures across all revisions.
// This ensures document integrity throughout its entire history
bool allSignaturesValid = pdf.VerifySignatures();
Console.WriteLine($"All signatures are valid: {allSignaturesValid}");

// Roll back to the first revision (index 0).
// Useful for reviewing the original document state
if (pdf.RevisionCount > 1)
{
    PdfDocument firstRevision = pdf.GetRevision(0);
    firstRevision.SaveAs("report_first_revision.pdf");
}

// Create a completely unsigned version of the document.
// This removes all digital signatures while preserving content
pdf.RemoveSignatures();
pdf.SaveAs("report_unsigned.pdf");

// Load a PDF with a complex signature history.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("multi_signed_report.pdf");

// Verify all signatures across all revisions.
// This ensures document integrity throughout its entire history
bool allSignaturesValid = pdf.VerifySignatures();
Console.WriteLine($"All signatures are valid: {allSignaturesValid}");

// Roll back to the first revision (index 0).
// Useful for reviewing the original document state
if (pdf.RevisionCount > 1)
{
    PdfDocument firstRevision = pdf.GetRevision(0);
    firstRevision.SaveAs("report_first_revision.pdf");
}

// Create a completely unsigned version of the document.
// This removes all digital signatures while preserving content
pdf.RemoveSignatures();
pdf.SaveAs("report_unsigned.pdf");

How Do I Stamp a Handwritten Signature onto a PDF?

Sometimes, you don't need the cryptographic security of a digital signature but simply want to apply a visual, electronic signature, like a scanned handwritten signature. This is often referred to as stamping. IronPDF can do this using its Watermark or Stamp features. For more advanced watermarking options, explore our custom watermarks guide.

Let's start with a sample invoice PDF and a .png image of a handwritten signature.

The original invoice PDF before stamping a signature.

Here is the signature image we will apply:

A sample handwritten signature image.

The following code uses the Watermark property to stamp this image onto the bottom-right corner of the PDF.

using IronPdf.Editing;

// Load the existing PDF document.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("invoice.pdf");

// Create an HtmlStamp containing our signature image.
// HtmlStamp allows us to position HTML content precisely on the page
var signatureStamp = new HtmlStamp("<img src='assets/signature.png'/>")
{
    // Configure the stamp's position and appearance.
    VerticalAlignment = VerticalAlignment.Bottom,
    HorizontalAlignment = HorizontalAlignment.Right,
    Margin = 10,  // Add some space from the edge.
    Opacity = 90  // Make it slightly transparent for a more authentic look.
};

// Apply the stamp to all pages of the PDF.
// You can also specify specific page numbers if needed
pdf.ApplyStamp(signatureStamp);

// Save the modified PDF document.
pdf.SaveAs("official_invoice.pdf");

using IronPdf.Editing;

// Load the existing PDF document.
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("invoice.pdf");

// Create an HtmlStamp containing our signature image.
// HtmlStamp allows us to position HTML content precisely on the page
var signatureStamp = new HtmlStamp("<img src='assets/signature.png'/>")
{
    // Configure the stamp's position and appearance.
    VerticalAlignment = VerticalAlignment.Bottom,
    HorizontalAlignment = HorizontalAlignment.Right,
    Margin = 10,  // Add some space from the edge.
    Opacity = 90  // Make it slightly transparent for a more authentic look.
};

// Apply the stamp to all pages of the PDF.
// You can also specify specific page numbers if needed
pdf.ApplyStamp(signatureStamp);

// Save the modified PDF document.
pdf.SaveAs("official_invoice.pdf");

How Can I Add an Interactive Signature Field to a PDF?

For documents that need to be signed by an end-user in a PDF viewer like Adobe Acrobat, you can add an interactive signature form field. This creates an empty, clickable area that prompts the user to apply their own digital signature. For a complete guide on PDF forms, see our creating PDF forms tutorial.

You can create a SignatureFormField and add it to the PDF's form collection. You have precise control over its location and size on the page. This is particularly useful for documents that require multiple signatures or when you need to collect signatures from external parties.

using IronPdf.Forms;
using IronSoftware.Drawing;

// Create a new PDF to add the signature field to.
var renderer = new ChromePdfRenderer();
var pdf = renderer.RenderHtmlAsPdf("<h1>Veuillez signer ci-dessous</h1>");

// Define the properties for the signature form field.
string fieldName = "ClientSignature";  // Unique identifier for the field
int pageIndex = 0;  // Add to the first page (zero-indexed)
var fieldRect = new Rectangle(50, 200, 300, 100);  // Position: (x, y), Size: (width, height)

// Create the SignatureFormField object.
// This creates an interactive field that users can click to sign
var signatureField = new SignatureFormField(fieldName, pageIndex, fieldRect);

// Add the signature field to the PDF's form.
pdf.Form.Add(signatureField);

// Save the PDF with the new interactive signature field.
pdf.SaveAs("interactive_signature.pdf");

using IronPdf.Forms;
using IronSoftware.Drawing;

// Create a new PDF to add the signature field to.
var renderer = new ChromePdfRenderer();
var pdf = renderer.RenderHtmlAsPdf("<h1>Veuillez signer ci-dessous</h1>");

// Define the properties for the signature form field.
string fieldName = "ClientSignature";  // Unique identifier for the field
int pageIndex = 0;  // Add to the first page (zero-indexed)
var fieldRect = new Rectangle(50, 200, 300, 100);  // Position: (x, y), Size: (width, height)

// Create the SignatureFormField object.
// This creates an interactive field that users can click to sign
var signatureField = new SignatureFormField(fieldName, pageIndex, fieldRect);

// Add the signature field to the PDF's form.
pdf.Form.Add(signatureField);

// Save the PDF with the new interactive signature field.
pdf.SaveAs("interactive_signature.pdf");

When a user opens this PDF, they will see a clickable field, allowing them to complete the signing process using their own digital ID. You can learn more about creating and managing interactive forms in our How-To guide on creating PDF forms.

An unsigned, interactive signature field added programmatically to a PDF document.

How Do I Retrieve the Signer Name from Verified Signatures?

To obtain the common name of the certificate owner who signed a signature, we can use the VerifiedSignature class to access the SignerName property. Below is a code snippet demonstrating how to accomplish this.

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using IronPdf;
using System;

// Import the Signed PDF report
var pdf = PdfDocument.FromFile("multi_signed_report.pdf");

// Using GetVerifiedSignatures() obtain a list of `VerifiedSignature` objects from the PDF
pdf.GetVerifiedSignatures().ForEach(signature =>
{
    // Print out the SignerName of each `VerifiedSignature` object
    Console.WriteLine($"SignatureName: {signature.SignerName}");
});

Après avoir importé le fichier PDF signé, nous utilisons la méthode GetVerifiedSignatures pour récupérer une liste d'objets VerifiedSignature dans le rapport et imprimer le SignerName pour chaque signature.

Veuillez noter que cette valeur est extraite du Subject Distinguished Name (SubjectDN) du certificat et qu'elle renverra un résultat nul si le champ CN n'est pas présent.

Quelles sont les prochaines étapes de la signature de PDF avec IronPDF ?

Ce guide a démontré les capacités puissantes et flexibles de signature de PDF d'IronPDF. Que vous ayez besoin d'appliquer des signatures numériques sécurisées avec des métadonnées détaillées, de gérer les révisions de documents, d'apposer des signatures visuelles ou de créer des formulaires interactifs, IronPDF fournit une API complète et conviviale pour les développeurs.

Pour poursuivre votre exploration, vous pouvez télécharger la bibliothèque IronPDF pour .NET et obtenir une licence d'essai gratuite pour tester toutes ses fonctionnalités dans vos projets. Pour des techniques de manipulation de documents plus avancées, notamment l'ajout d'annotations et le travail avec des champs de formulaire, consultez notre documentation complète et nos tutoriels.

Prêt à voir ce que vous pouvez faire d'autre ? Consultez notre page de didacticiels ici : Signer et sécuriser des PDF