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Subnoto is a strong alternative for European companies that value privacy, predictable pricing, and developer-friendly tools.
While DocuSign focuses on contract management and is subject to the US CLOUD Act, Subnoto focuses purely on e-signatures with data stored in France, confidential computing so your documents are never decrypted server-side, a generous free tier, and €19/user for unlimited signatures.
Subnoto's flat-rate pricing and included SSO eliminate surprise expenses for developers and growing teams. Subnoto focuses on privacy technology and developer-friendly tools; certifications (e.g. ISO/SOC) are available from enterprise-focused vendors if your organisation requires them.
| Feature | Subnoto | DocuSign |
|---|---|---|
| Core focus on e-signatures | Yes | No (contract management focus) |
| EU data hosting | Yes (France) | Multiple regions, including US |
| Subject to US CLOUD Act | No | Yes |
| Confidential computing: Documents encrypted at all times | Yes | No |
| SSO included | Yes (every tier) | Enterprise tier |
| Flat rate for unlimited users | Yes (€119/month) | No (per envelope/user) |
| Free for non-profit | Yes (unlimited) | No |
| API & developer tools | Included (API, SDKs, webhooks, MCP) | Enterprise tier |
| Qualified Electronic Signature (QES) | Soon | Add-on or external provider |
Compare with other alternatives
DocuSign is a US-based contract management platform with e-signatures; Subnoto is focused purely on e-signatures with EU data in France, confidential computing (documents never decrypted server-side), and flat-rate pricing. Subnoto includes SSO at every tier and offers €119/month for unlimited users.
Yes. Subnoto's flat €119/month covers unlimited users and unlimited signatures. DocuSign uses per-envelope or per-user pricing, which scales up as you grow. At 7+ users, Subnoto's flat rate is typically much cheaper, and SSO is included (competitors often charge €600–1200/year for SSO).
Subnoto stores data in France (GDPR compliant, not subject to the US CLOUD Act). DocuSign operates globally and is subject to the CLOUD Act, which can require US authorities to access data stored anywhere.
Yes. Both provide eIDAS-compliant simple electronic signatures valid for employment contracts, NDAs, vendor agreements, and standard business contracts. DocuSign can add Qualified Electronic Signatures via add-ons; Subnoto focuses on simple e-signatures that cover the vast majority of business use cases.
Start with Subnoto's free plan or flat rate for unlimited users. EU data, documents kept confidential at all times, SSO included.
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