Create a legally-binding electronic signature and add it to contracts, agreements, PDF forms, and other documents – regardless of your location. Collect and track signatures with ease using any device.
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Every eSignature tool you need – inside a powerful PDF software
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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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Sign any document using pdfFiller’s eSignature service without hassle
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.
Sign
Generate and save your electronic signature using the method you find most convenient.
Tweak
Resize your signature and adjust its placement on a document.
Retrieve
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.
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Why choose pdfFiller for eSignature and PDF editing?
Cross-platform solution
Upload your document to pdfFiller and open it in the editor.
Unlimited document storage
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
Regulates the use and holding of personal data belonging to EU residents.
SOC 2 Type II Certified
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.
Instructions and Help about Lock Up Approve Form For Free
Lock Up Approve Form: full-featured PDF editor
The PDF is one of the most common document format for numerous reasons. They are accessible on any device to share them between devices with different display resolution and settings. It'll keep the same layout no matter you open it on Mac computer or an Android device.
Security is another reason we rather use PDF files to store and share confidential data and documents. Using online solutions, one can possibly track a view history to find out who had access to the file before.
pdfFiller is an online document creating and editing tool that allows to create, modify, sign, and share PDFs using just one browser tab. Thanks to the numerous integrations with the most popular CRM tools, you can upload a data from any system and continue where you left off. Forward it to others by fax, email or via sharing link, and get notified when someone opens and completes it.
Use editing tools to type in text, annotate and highlight. Add images to your PDF and edit its layout. Change a template’s page order. Add fillable fields and send documents to sign. Ask your recipient to complete the document and request an attachment. Once a document is completed, download it to your device or save it to cloud.
Get your documents completed in four simple steps:
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Browse for your document with the pdfFiller's uploader.
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Click the Tools tab to use editing features such as text erasing, annotation, highlighting, etc.
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Add input fields if you need any; pdfFiller supports text, checkboxes, radio buttons, dropdown lists etc.
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Finish editing by clicking Done and choose what you want to do next with this PDF: you can save it to computer, print or send via email, fax and sharing link.
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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.
Step 1: Load the PDF File. Open your pre-existing PDF form in PDF element, or you can choose to open an existing form template. Step 2: Recognize Form Fields Automatically. Step 3: Fill and Save the Form.
How do I lock a PDF after signing?
Choose a Signature from the Sign As menu. Enter the Password for the selected digital signature. Select an Appearance, or choose To create New Appearance. Enable Lock Document After Signing if this option is available.
What is lock document after signing?
The Lock document after signing option is useful if you're the last signer or the only one signer. This option allows locking the document from further editing or signing after your signature is placed.
How do I edit a signed PDF document?
If a PDF is signed using a digital ID or certificate, it's locked to prevent changes to the document. If you got a signed PDF, you can request the signer to remove the signature and share the PDF or send an unsigned copy of the PDF. If you're the only one signer, you can remove your signature and work on the document.
How do I unlock a PDF after signing?
Click the 'Lock' icon in the upper-left corner of the page. Click the link labeled: Permission Details. In the “Security Method' drop down, select: No Security. Enter your unlock password and click the OK button three times.
How do I approve a PDF?
Open the PDF attachment in the approval invitation email message. Note: Select a stamp from the Stamps palette (Tools > Stamp > Stamps palette). (To view all stamps, scroll or drag a corner to resize the window.) Click the document to apply your approval stamp. Note: Do one of the following: Save the PDF.
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