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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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Generate your customized signature

Adjust the size and placement of your signature

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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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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.

Upload

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

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GDPR compliance

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.

Scan Signature Feature Description

The Scan Signature feature simplifies the process of capturing and managing signatures digitally. Designed for modern users, it streamlines document handling, making transactions more efficient and reliable.

Key Features

Capture handwritten signatures with a touchscreen or stylus

Store signatures securely in the cloud

Integrate seamlessly with existing applications

Access signatures from multiple devices

Ensure compliance with legal standards

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Real estate agents can speed up closing processes

Freelancers can sign contracts effortlessly

Businesses can enhance customer experience with quicker approvals

Financial institutions can improve transaction security

Healthcare providers can manage consent forms efficiently

By using the Scan Signature feature, you can reduce delays in paperwork, improve accuracy in your documents, and increase overall productivity. Whether you are a business owner or a freelancer, this feature addresses your need for a secure and fast signature solution, ensuring you stay ahead in a fast-paced environment.

Scan Signature with the swift ease

pdfFiller enables you to Scan Signature in no time. The editor's handy drag and drop interface allows for quick and user-friendly document execution on any operaring system.

Ceritfying PDFs electronically is a quick and safe method to verify paperwork at any time and anywhere, even while on the go.

See the step-by-step instructions on how to Scan Signature electronically with pdfFiller:

Upload the document for eSignature to pdfFiller from your device or cloud storage.

As soon as the document opens in the editor, click Sign in the top toolbar.

Generate your electronic signature by typing, drawing, or importing your handwritten signature's image from your laptop. Then, click Save and sign.

Click anywhere on a document to Scan Signature. You can drag it around or resize it using the controls in the floating panel. To use your signature, hit OK.

Finish up the signing session by clicking DONE below your form or in the top right corner.

Next, you'll return to the pdfFiller dashboard. From there, you can download a signed copy, print the form, or send it to other parties for review or approval.

Still using different applications to create and edit your documents? Try our solution instead. Use our document management tool for the fast and efficient workflow. Create document templates from scratch, modify existing forms and other features, within your browser. You can Scan Signature directly, all features, like orders signing, reminders, requests, are available instantly. Pay as for a basic app, get the features as of a pro document management tools.

How to edit a PDF document using the pdfFiller editor:

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Upload your form to the uploading pane on the top of the page

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Choose the Scan Signature feature in the editor's menu

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Make the needed edits to the document

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Click the “Done" orange button at the top right corner

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Rename the form if it's necessary

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Print, share or save the document to your device

How to Use the Scan Signature Feature in pdfFiller

The Scan Signature feature in pdfFiller allows you to easily add your signature to any document. Follow these simple steps to use this feature:

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Open the document you want to sign in pdfFiller.

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Click on the 'Signature' button in the toolbar.

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Select 'Scan Signature' from the drop-down menu.

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Choose the source of your signature. You can either use your webcam to capture your signature in real-time or upload a pre-scanned image of your signature.

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If you choose to use your webcam, position the document with your signature in front of the camera and click on the 'Capture' button to take a photo of your signature. Make sure the signature is clear and legible.

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If you choose to upload a pre-scanned image, click on the 'Upload' button and select the image file from your computer.

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Once you have captured or uploaded your signature, pdfFiller will automatically detect and crop the signature for you. You can adjust the position and size of the signature if needed.

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Click on the 'Apply' button to add the signature to your document.

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You can further customize the appearance of your signature by changing the color, size, and style using the options provided.

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Save the document with your newly added signature.

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Congratulations! You have successfully used the Scan Signature feature in pdfFiller.

Using the Scan Signature feature in pdfFiller is quick and easy. You can now sign documents digitally without the need for printing, scanning, or faxing. Enjoy the convenience and efficiency of pdfFiller!

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How do I scan my signature into a document?

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How do you scan a signature?

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How do I put a signature on my phone?

If no signature has been previously stored on the device, tap Create Signature, or to replace an existing signature, tap Clear Saved Signature and re-tap > Create Signature. Tap to use your camera to capture an image of your signature. (You can also Hand draws a signature or tap to choose an image on your device.)

How do I put my signature online?

Choose Create Signature. Click on the Upload Image tab. Click Choose File. Choose the file on your computer.

Can you do signature online?

Use our online signature tool to quickly capture a free electronic signature. You can sign the document yourself, or capture a digital signature from up to 2 persons. Upload a document you would like to sign using your local file storage or one of the cloud services below.

How can I make my signature?

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How do I scan a document without a scanner?

Scanner might be the easiest app to use for creating scans on your mobile device. Take a photo of your document through the app and then select the cropping tool. Use it to crop the picture and get the document into frame perfectly. The photo can then be saves as an image file or as a PDF.

How do I scan a document without a scanner Windows 10?

From the Start menu, open the Scan app. If you don't spot the Scan app on the Start menu, click the words All Apps in the Start menu's bottom-left corner. (Optional) To change the settings, click the Show More link. Click the Preview button to make sure your scan appears correct. Click the Scan button.

How do I scan a digital signature?

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.

How do I scan a signature with a transparent background?

Insert the picture into Word, select it so that the picture tools ribbon appears. At the left end of the ribbon, select 'remove background'. Then print the document to PDF. The result is the signature with a transparent background.

How do I create a transparent signature in PDF?

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