How To Sign Online Documents

How To Sign Online Documents using HelloSign

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Signing documents you get online can be a pain if you're printing and scanning. There's an easier way to sign your online documents that doesn't require so much work: an eSignature software.

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An eSignature software like HelloSign is a great solution to figuring out how to sign online documents.

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Here's how you can get started:

Sign up for an account at the right
Decide who needs to sign (Just me, Me and others, or Just others)
Upload your document
Drag the appropriate fields onto the doc and sign it (or send it out for signature)

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And that's it! Try HelloSign today by starting your free trial.

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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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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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