Compliance without compromise
Scrive EC ensures your documents and customer data stay within Europe, aligned with GDPR and eIDAS requirements. For regulated industries such as finance, public sector and telecom, this simplifies audits and minimises risk.
Scrive vs Adobe Sign:
Which e-signing solution is right for you?
While Adobe Sign is a well-established global brand for digital signing, many organisations turn to Scrive when GDPR compliance, EU data residency and advanced eID support are essential. Scrive is a European-first, compliance-driven company trusted by enterprises across finance, telecom, retail and the public sector.
“The only thing I don't like is that Scrive isn't mentioned in the same breath as other big names in the scene. Although, in my opinion, Scrive is just as good.”
Adobe Sign vs Scrive: a quick overview
Adobe Sign is part of the Adobe ecosystem, offering convenient integrations with tools like Acrobat and Microsoft 365. However, its US-based infrastructure and limited alignment with European trust frameworks mean that many compliance-focused organisations look for an alternative.
That’s where Scrive comes in. Built and headquartered in Europe, Scrive is designed for organisations that need e-signing and identity verification aligned with the strictest data protection and regulatory standards.
Feature comparison: Scrive vs Adobe Sign
| Feature / Category | Scrive | Adobe Sign |
|---|---|---|
| Data residency | ✅ 100% European hosting available | ❌ US/global hosting |
| EU compliance | ✅ Designed for GDPR, eIDAS etc | ⚠️ US CLOUD Act exposure risk |
| Pricing transparency | ✅ Clear, flexible plans | ⚠️ Complex enterprise licensing |
| Customer support | ✅ EU-based, multilingual | ⚠️ Global, not EU-first |
| Last updated October 2025 | ||
Why choose Scrive?
Advanced identity verification with EU focus
Scrive supports national eIDs across Europe as well as a number of independent ID verification solutions, enabling secure signing and identity verification for KYC/KYB processes, with local expertise driving our approach.
Seamless integrations
Scrive integrates directly into Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, HubSpot and other business-critical systems, making it easy to automate workflows and scale across teams.
Trusted by European leaders
From SEB to MediaMarktSaturn, Volkswagen to Telia, leading enterprises rely on Scrive to handle millions of secure agreements every year.
Why customers switch from Adobe Sign to Scrive
Needed fully European data residency
Required Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) backed by European expertise
Wanted BankID/eID support for Nordic markets
Preferred transparent pricing and EU-based support
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Compare with ScriveFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Scrive compliant with GDPR and eIDAS?
Scrive is built with GDPR and eIDAS in mind, including support for Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES).
Does Scrive integrate with Salesforce and Microsoft Dynamics?
Yes. Scrive has native integrations for Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, HubSpot and more. Check our integrations page to see if your favourite tool is already there.
Where is Scrive’s data hosted?
When opting for Scrive EC, all data is hosted within Europe, protecting you from long-arm jurisdiction
How does Scrive’s pricing compare to Adobe Sign?
Scrive offers flexible pricing tailored to your needs, avoiding complexity and favouring transparency.