Online signatures are changing the way we work.

Online signatures streamline document handling and enhance efficiency. When businesses enable parties to sign documents electronically, they eliminate the need for physical paperwork, which reduces the risk of lost or damaged documents and cuts down on paper waste. This approach speeds up the signing process, allowing agreements to be executed swiftly and securely, regardless of geographical location.

An online signature also improve accessibility, as they can be completed on various devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. Additionally, they often come with robust security features, including encryption and authentication, which help to protect the integrity and authenticity of the signed documents.

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Get an online signature fast

Send a signature request by entering the signers’ email addresses in the order you want them to sign. Insert signature fields where needed to collect signatures and other information online. Hit “Send.” It’s that easy.

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With Acrobat Sign, you know that you are receiving a signed document that’s just as legally binding as a paper document with a handwritten signature. Our electronic signatures meet the most demanding requirements and comply with laws around the world for gathering a signature online.

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Simple to sign and send.

Acrobat Sign makes it easier than ever to sign any document or PDF online, from any device or browser. Recipients simply click a link, then drag and drop a free online signature onto the document. No downloads or account signups needed.

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Receive online signature notifications and reminders

Get notified as soon as a document is viewed or signed. Send reminders to keep things moving. Each step of the process is tracked and recorded in Acrobat Sign’s user-friendly interface for a fully visible audit trail.

Understand the types of online signatures.

There are two kinds of e-signatures.
There are many similarities, but these are the differences.

Electronic signatures.

Electronic signatures are fast, simple, and accepted for almost all types of agreements. Signing documents is as simple as a click or tap.

Learn more about electronic signatures

Digital signatures.

Digital signatures bring increased signer identity authentication and signature encryption. You’ll find them in highly regulated industries and regions.

Learn more about digital signatures

The online signature tool that works across industries and in every department.

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Sales

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Procurement

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You may just need Fill & Sign.

Sometimes it’s not an official electronic or digital signature that you need. It’s merely filling out a simple digital form and signing. Check out the Fill & Sign tool in Adobe Acrobat.

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