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eSign documents and collect signatures
Easily fill, edit, and sign your PDF documents in a single application, on any device.
Type, draw, or use a signature converter to create an eSignature from a picture of your handwritten autograph.
Create fillable PDFs and send them for signature to one or multiple recipients.
Set signer roles and customize a signing order.
Get visibility into the signing process
Receive instant alerts once signatures are in place.
Specify CC’d recipients and set actions upon document completion.
Monitor changes in your documents with audit trails.
Speed up your approval workflows
Send documents for signature faster by sharing them via short links.
Simplify data and signature collection by posting fillable PDF forms online.
Collect payments along with signed documents.
Showcase your branding when requesting signatures
Display your logo on signature invites, user notifications, and in the eSignature editor.
Customize an email message for your eSignature invites.
Redirect signers to your website once they complete your document.
Maintain industry-leading security and compliance
Authenticate signers via a password.
Make your document workflows compliant with industry-specific regulations, including HIPAA.
Secure the authenticity of a document with a unique ID.
Set an expiration date for your document.
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How to Add a Signature to PDF (and Send it Out for Signature)
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Add your virtual signature in just a few simple steps – without a scanner or printer.
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Upload your document to pdfFiller and open it in the editor.
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Generate and save your electronic signature using the method you find most convenient.
Widely recognized ease of use
Resize your signature and adjust its placement on a document.
Reusable templates & forms library
Save a signed, printable document on your device in the format you need or share it via email, a link, or SMS. You can also instantly export the document to the cloud.
The benefits of electronic signatures
Bid farewell to pens, printers, and paper forms.
Efficiency
Enjoy quick document signing and sending and reclaim hours spent on paperwork.
Accessibility
Sign documents from anywhere in the world. Speed up business transactions and close deals even while on the go.
Cost savings
Eliminate the need for paper, printing, scanning, and postage to significantly cut your operational costs.
Security
Protect your transactions with advanced encryption and audit trails. Electronic signatures ensure a higher level of security than traditional signatures.
Legality
Electronic signatures are legally recognized in most countries around the world, providing the same legal standing as a handwritten signature.
Sustainability
By eliminating the need for paper, electronic signatures contribute to environmental sustainability.
Enjoy straightforward eSignature workflows without compromising data security
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Guarantees the security of your data & the privacy of your clients.
PCI DSS certification
Safeguards credit/debit card data for every monetary transaction a customer makes.
HIPAA compliance
Protects the private health information of your patients.
CCPA compliance
Enhances the protection of personal data and the privacy of California residents.
Keep Signature Settlement Feature
The Keep Signature Settlement feature is designed to streamline your payment processes while enhancing your financial control. This tool offers a reliable method to manage settlements efficiently.
Key Features
Automated payment tracking
User-friendly interface that simplifies navigation
Real-time updates on transaction status
Customizable settlement terms to fit your needs
Secure encryption for transaction safety
Potential Use Cases and Benefits
Manage recurring payments with ease
Track delegated payments from multiple sources
Enhance financial reporting with accurate data
Reduce administrative work with automated processes
Increase customer trust through secure transactions
The Keep Signature Settlement feature addresses several common challenges. It reduces the complexity of managing multiple transactions, providing clarity and efficiency. With its automated tracking, you can focus on your core business while knowing that your payments are well-managed.
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Below is a list of the most common customer questions. If you can’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
A legally binding signature makes an agreement official once all parties have placed their signatures on a contract. Signatures are the most common method of indicating that you have read over and agreed to the terms, even if a person's signature is so stylized and unique that's illegible.
Is an image of a signature legally binding?
A photo of your signature applied to a digital document is not legally binding as it doesn't have the required legal information such as an audit trail and signer's identity validation.
Is a scanned signature legally binding?
Having a scanned signature(s) on a document is valid. This has to be the case in a world where we are more likely to work with someone geographically far, than local. To reiterate, having a scanned signature on a contract is perfectly acceptable under law. But acceptance isn't the issue.
What makes a signature legal?
A mark or sign made by an individual on an instrument or document to signify knowledge, approval, acceptance, or obligation. The term signature is generally understood to mean the signing of a written document with one's own hand. Almost all states have passed laws that recognize the validity of “digital signatures.”
Is a typed signature valid?
Using a typed signature in your business is legal and accepted. But for it to be legally valid, you must adhere to the following rules: Prove that the signer wanted to sign by providing options like Cancel. Ensure you connect or associate the signature with the signed document.
Does a signature make a document legal?
A document that's legally binding can be upheld in court. Any agreement that two parties make can be legally enforced, whether it's written or verbal. Their signature is proof of their acceptance of the contract. The signature binds both parties to the terms.
Is a printed signature legal?
As long as the signature represents who that person is and his or her intent, any of the marks are considered valid and legally binding. Signatures are usually recorded in pen, but this is not always the case.
What make a document legally binding?
A legally-binding document is simply one that establishes an agreement between two parties, entailing that certain actions are either required or restricted. An example of a basic contract is one between a real estate agency and a seller. A document that is legally binding is one that can be enforced by a court.
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