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Switch from Adobe Acrobat to pdfFiller for an Add Electronic Signature Contract Solution

How to Make the Switch

To switch from Adobe Acrobat to pdfFiller for adding electronic signatures to contracts, sign up for a pdfFiller account, upload your PDF document, use the e-signature tools to add signatures, and then save or share the completed document. This process provides an easy way to enhance your document workflow.

What does it mean to switch from Adobe Acrobat to pdfFiller?

Switching from Adobe Acrobat to pdfFiller means transitioning your electronic signature workflows to a cloud-based solution that centralizes document management, editing, and collaboration. pdfFiller serves as a comprehensive platform for creating, editing, signing, and sharing PDF documents directly in your web browser, eliminating the need for traditional desktop software.

Why switching is critical for modern document workflows

As remote work becomes increasingly common, the need for accessible, efficient document management solutions is paramount. pdfFiller offers real-time collaboration capabilities, allowing teams to work simultaneously on documents, thus increasing productivity and speeding up the contract signing process. Additionally, its cloud nature ensures access from anywhere, making it a vital replacement for traditional software like Adobe Acrobat.

Use cases and industries that frequently adopt electronic signature solutions

Various sectors benefit from electronic signature solutions, including legal, real estate, healthcare, and finance. For instance, real estate agents can efficiently handle contracts and agreements without physical meetings, while healthcare providers can expedite patient consent forms securely.

  • Legal: Contract agreements, client attestations.
  • Real Estate: Lease agreements, purchase contracts.
  • Healthcare: Patient consent forms, medical releases.
  • Finance: Loan agreements, investment contracts.
  • HR: Employee onboarding documents, policy acknowledgments.

Step-by-step: how to add electronic signatures in pdfFiller

Adding electronic signatures in pdfFiller is straightforward. Follow these steps:

  • Sign up or log into your pdfFiller account.
  • Upload your PDF document.
  • Select the ‘e-sign’ tool from the toolbar.
  • Choose to create a signature using your mouse, touchpad, or by uploading an image.
  • Place the signature in the desired location within your document.
  • Save the document or share it directly with recipients.

Options for customizing signatures, initials, and stamps when you add signatures

pdfFiller provides various customization options for signatures, initials, and stamps, enabling users to create a personalized approach to electronic documentation. Users can select between handwritten styles, typed fonts, or image uploads, ensuring that every signature can be tailored to meet aesthetic and legal requirements.

Managing and storing documents after you add electronic signatures

Once electronic signatures are added, managing your documents seamlessly is essential. pdfFiller offers robust document storage solutions, allowing users to categorize and tag documents for easy retrieval. Integration with cloud services enhances file sharing and access, ensuring documents are always available when needed.

Security, compliance, and legal aspects when you switch to pdfFiller

When utilizing pdfFiller for electronic signatures, it's crucial to consider security and compliance. pdfFiller adheres to standards such as GDPR and eIDAS, ensuring that your documents are protected and legally valid. Additionally, features like audit trails and encryption provide further security to mitigate the risks associated with digital signatures.

Alternatives to pdfFiller for electronic signature workflows

While pdfFiller is a robust solution, other alternatives exist. Comparing features can help determine the best fit for your needs. Some popular alternatives include DocuSign, HelloSign, and Adobe's own e-signature tools.

  • DocuSign: Widely recognized for its comprehensive e-signature solution.
  • HelloSign: User-friendly interface and integration with Google apps.
  • Adobe Sign: Similar capabilities with a familiar Adobe interface.

Conclusion

Switching from Adobe Acrobat to pdfFiller for adding electronic signatures to contracts can greatly enhance your document workflow. With user-friendly tools, strong security measures, and cloud-based convenience, pdfFiller is well-positioned to streamline your digital document management needs. Whether you are part of a team or an individual user, transitioning to pdfFiller will empower you to manage contracts more effectively.

Collect legally binding electronic signatures the easy way

Edit, sign, send — done!

Quickly edit documents online, add signatures, and send for signing — all from one easy-to-use solution you can access from anywhere.
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Customize your workflow

Send documents to a single recipient or an entire group. Assign roles, set a signing order, and schedule reminders for a smooth, error-free process.
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Collect data efficiently

Create fillable PDF forms and let your recipients complete them from any device. Publish forms online or share them via a direct link to capture data and signatures without chasing people down.
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Track and store documents

Get real-time visibility into the signing process and keep track of all your documents in one place. Your files are stored in secure cloud storage, so you can access them anytime and anywhere.
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Share & collaborate

Need more eyes on a document before sending? Share it with the team to edit or highlight content, redact sensitive information, leave feedback, and exchange comments.
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Maintain security & compliance

Collect signatures in compliance with ESIGN, UETA, eIDAS, and GDPR. Protect your documents with a password, request additional signer authentication, set document expiration dates, and more.
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How to send a document for signature?

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Upload

Upload your document to pdfFiller and click E-sign.
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Add recipients

Choose who needs to sign and add as many recipients as you need.
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Prepare

Drag and drop fillable fields on your document and assign them to specific recipients.
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Finalize & send

Review your recipients, customize the signing order, set reminders, and hit Send.
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Who needs this?

Explore how professionals use pdfFiller to get documents signed.
Sales
Human Resources
Legal
Real Estate
Education
Finance
Sales

Sales

Quickly edit contracts, add eSignatures, and send them to clients or vendors for signing without leaving pdfFiller. Track who has signed and who still needs to take action, keeping your business running smoothly.
  • Service agreements
  • Vendor contracts
  • Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
  • Purchase orders
Human resources

Human Resources

Create fillable PDF forms for offer letters, employment contracts, and onboarding documents. Let new hires complete and sign them from any device, making the onboarding process accessible and hassle-free for everyone.
  • Offer letters
  • Employment contracts
  • Non-compete agreements
  • Benefits enrollment forms
Real estate

Real Estate

Edit property agreements, add signature fields, and send them to buyers, sellers, or agents for signing. Send documents to a single recipient or an entire group, and track the signing process in real time to ensure timely closings.
  • Purchase agreements
  • Lease contracts
  • Property disclosure forms
  • Inspection reports
Education

Education

Create fillable forms for permission slips, enrollment documents, or policy acknowledgments. Allow parents, students, or staff to complete and sign them from any device. Keep track of all signed documents in one secure place for easy access and compliance.
  • Permission slips
  • Enrollment forms
  • Scholarship applications
  • Teacher contracts
Finance

Finance

Edit financial agreements, add eSignatures, and send them to clients or stakeholders for signing. Allow clients to complete and sign online digital forms from anywhere to simplify loan applications, account openings, and authorizations.
  • Loan agreements
  • Investment contracts
  • Financial statements
  • Payment authorizations

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Ease of use

Users appreciate pdfFiller's intuitive interface and the ability to manage documents from anywhere without clunky desktop software.

More than eSignature

pdfFiller is a complete solution that offers PDF editing, eSignature, file storage, and collaboration under one roof.

For individuals and teams

Whether you work solo or with a team, pdfFiller equips you with all the tools to handle your daily document tasks.

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You can do this by clicking on the 'Upload' button and selecting the file from your computer or by choosing a document from your pdfFiller account. Once the document is uploaded, click on the 'Signature' tool located in the toolbar on the left side of the screen. Choose the type of signature you want to add.

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