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
eSignature solution
Document tracking
Enhanced productivity
Custom branding
Security & compliance
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.
Trace Autograph Resolution Feature
The Trace Autograph Resolution feature brings clarity and accuracy to your document handling. With this tool, you can easily trace and confirm autographs within your digital files, ensuring all signatures are authentic and properly authorized.
Key Features
Automated signature detection for quick identification
High-resolution image analysis for clear tracing
User-friendly interface that simplifies navigation
Real-time verification to enhance security
Seamless integration with existing document management systems
Potential Use Cases and Benefits
Verify signatures on legal documents to prevent fraud
Manage contracts with confidence and accuracy
Facilitate trust in transactions requiring authentication
Enhance efficiency in document workflows
Reduce errors in file handling and signature verification
When you utilize the Trace Autograph Resolution feature, you address the risk of unsigned or forged documents. This tool not only streamlines your verification process but also safeguards your integrity by ensuring every signature reflects true consent and agreement. You can operate with confidence, knowing your documentation is secure and reliable.
For pdfFiller’s FAQs
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.
Sign a piece of paper. Scan the paper. Crop down to the best signature. Use the magic wand to select the area around the signature. Paste the signature into a new document with a transparent background. Save the image in a format that supports transparent backgrounds.
What makes a good signature?
Your signature should be easy to write and reproduce. It should feel good coming off of your hand, and it should be simple enough that you can dash it off in a matter of seconds. Your signature should suit your purpose and personality. Make your signature unique so that people know it's yours.
How do I make my signature background transparent?
Sign your name on a blank sheet of printer paper. Scan the paper to PDF. Press the Print Screen button on your keyboard. Open Microsoft Paint. Press Ctrl + v on your keyboard to paste the screenshot from step 3. Click the select tool in Paint.
How do I make the background of a PDF transparent?
Open PDF Document. Go to the “Home” tab, and click “Open File” to browse for your PDF document. Make PDF Background Transparent. Click on the “Edit” tab, select “Background” and choose “Update Background” from the drop-down menu. Save PDF.
How do I create a transparent signature in paint?
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How can I make a scanned signature look real?
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How do I make a scanned signature transparent?
Sign your name on a blank sheet of printer paper. Scan the paper to PDF. Press the Print Screen button on your keyboard. Open Microsoft Paint. Press Ctrl + v on your keyboard to paste the screenshot from step 3. Click the select tool in Paint.
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