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Signature Directly For Free

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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Up to 100 MB for PDF and up to 25 MB for DOC, DOCX, RTF, PPT, PPTX, JPEG, PNG, JFIF, XLS, XLSX or TXT

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Generate your customized signature

Adjust the size and placement of your signature

Download, share, print, or fax your signed document

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.

Signature Directly Feature

With the Signature Directly feature, you can streamline your document signing process. This tool empowers you to manage signatures efficiently and securely, enhancing your workflow and promoting convenience.

Key Features

Easy and quick electronic signatures

Secure document management

Real-time tracking of signatory status

Multi-platform accessibility

User-friendly interface

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Promote remote work efficiencies

Facilitate faster contract approvals

Enhance customer experience with simplified onboarding

Minimize paper usage and save costs

Ensure compliance with legal standards

This feature solves your challenges by reducing the time and effort needed for signature collection. You no longer have to chase down signatures or worry about lost documents. With Signature Directly, you gain control over your signing process, making it simple and reliable.

Add a legally-binding Signature Directly in minutes

pdfFiller allows you to handle Signature Directly like a pro. No matter the platform or device you use our solution on, you'll enjoy an user-friendly and stress-free way of completing paperwork.

The entire signing process is carefully protected: from adding a file to storing it.

Here's how you can generate Signature Directly with pdfFiller:

Select any available way to add a PDF file for signing.

Utilize the toolbar at the top of the interface and choose the Sign option.

You can mouse-draw your signature, type it or add a photo of it - our tool will digitize it in a blink of an eye. Once your signature is created, hit Save and sign.

Click on the form area where you want to put an Signature Directly. You can move the newly created signature anywhere on the page you want or change its settings. Click OK to save the adjustments.

As soon as your document is good to go, click on the DONE button in the top right area.

As soon as you're done with certifying your paperwork, you will be redirected to the Dashboard.

Utilize the Dashboard settings to download the executed copy, send it for further review, or print it out.

Are you stuck with numerous applications for managing documents? We have the perfect all-in-one solution for you. Use our document management tool for the fast and efficient process. Create document templates from scratch, modify existing forms, integrate cloud services and other features within your browser. Plus, the opportunity to use Signature Directly and add high-quality features like signing orders, alerts, attachment and payment requests, easier than ever. Pay as for a lightweight basic app, get the features as of a pro document management tools. The key is flexibility, usability and customer satisfaction.

How to edit a PDF document using the pdfFiller editor:

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

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Select the Signature Directly feature in the editor's menu

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Make the needed edits to your document

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Push the orange “Done" button to the top right corner

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Rename your file if it's necessary

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Print, email or download the file to your computer

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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.

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How do I write my signature on a Word document?

Place the cursor in your Word document where you want to insert a signature. Click the Insert tab. Select Signature Line. A menu will appear. Fill out the required fields. Select OK.

How can I create a signature?

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How can I make a signature of my name?

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What should my signature be?

Choose a signature that is stylistic, but also practical. 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.

How do I create a digital signature?

Click the link. Agree to electronic signing. Click each tag and follow the instructions to add your digital signature. Verify your identity and follow the instructions to add your digital signature.

How can I create a digital signature for free?

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