How To Sign Documents Electronically

How To Sign Documents Electronically with HelloSign

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Signing documents can be a long and frustrating process when one has to print, sign, then scan the document. The process can be streamlined and be done more quickly if you learned how to sign documents electronically.

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HelloSign is one option you could use to sign documents electronically. All you have to do is upload the document, drag and drop the fields you need to fill out, sign it, then send it directly from HelloSign. You can also download your document and save it to your hard drive.

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Signing documents electronically can be convenient for:

Sports waivers
Permission slips
Rental contracts

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HelloSign's free account allows you to send three documents for free. Give HelloSign a try today.

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Digitally Sign PDF Document

Use HelloSign to Digitally Sign PDF Document

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Did you know you can electronically sign documents online, even when they're in an un-editable format like a PDF? Signing PDF documents online makes in incredibly simple to get your most important paperwork filled out and signed quickly, even when you don't have access to a printer, scanner, or fax machine. HelloSign – an eSignature solution – gives you all the tools you need to sign PDF documents online.
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HelloSign provides legally binding electronic signatures, each protected by an army of security regulations and compliances. Using HelloSign, you can format your PDFs with special formatting fields (like text fields, check boxes, date fields, signature fields, and more) so you can fill out PDF documents and insert your legally binding signature. You can also send the completed document via email to recipients of your choosing.

It’s simple to get started!

Step 1

Create your HelloSign account.

Use the Google authenticator or enter in your email and a password.

Step 2

Upload your PDF document.

Pull the PDF document into your account from your desktop or upload from one of the many apps we integrate with, like Box, Evernote, Google Docs, and more.

Step 3

Format the PDF using special formatting fields.

Just drag and drop each field onto the relevant part of the document.

Step 4

Fill out and sign the PDF.

Enter your information into each field, and insert your electronic signature to make the PDF legally binding.

Step 5

Send and store.

You have the option to send the completed document to a recipient or recipients via email. A copy of the completed document will also be saved to your HelloSign account.

All done

That’s it!

Sign up for your HelloSign account to get started. The first three documents of every month are free, with unlimited documents for any holder of a Pro plan or above.

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HelloSign: Free Document Signing

It's easier than ever to sign all your most important documents without the hassle of a printer, scanner, or fax machine. Legally binding electronic signatures empower you to sign documents online using a desktop, tablet, or mobile phone.
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HelloSign is an eSignature provider dedicated to making the process of signing paperwork less painful and cumbersome. Using our free eSignature tool, you can create an electronic signature, format documents, store signed documents – all online!

In addition to providing easy to use electronic signatures, we also offer other services that make paperwork a breeze. Here are just a few features you'll enjoy with a paid HelloSign account:

Templates.

Prepare a document once, save it as a template, and then use it again and again.

Data validation.

You'll never have to worry about accidentally filling in an email address in the wrong field.

Email alerts.

Enjoy automatic email reminders and alerts for any action taken with your document. For example, you'll see when a document has been opened, viewed, and signed.

Secure storage.

All documents are kept safely and securely in your HelloSign account.

Ready to get signing?

Create your first HelloSign account and get three free documents each month. Pro plans and above unlock power features like templates and data validation.

Please note these features may only be available on certain HelloSign plans. Please contact a Sales representative if you are interested in learning which plan would be best for you.

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