What is an electronic signature?
Electronic signatures (eSignatures for short) are executed by a person with the intent to sign and authenticate an online contract or record. eSignatures are a legal substitute for handwritten signatures.
More than just eSignature software
Improve the speed and security of your docs with PandaDoc’s seamless electronic signature software.
eSignatures that work where you do
The old way: signing and sending documents means you’re tethered to your desk. The new way: collect eSignatures wherever life takes you – whether it’s an office or a beach halfway around the world. You can even track important updates right from your mobile phone.
Your privacy is our top priority
Keeping your data secure is important to us. Our legally-binding eSignature software is ESIGN and UETA compliant, and we provide an electronic certificate with every signed document. PandaDoc is also HIPAA compliant and SOC 2 Type II certified. Plus, you can require recipient verification via passcode and SMS text as an extra layer of security so you can breathe easy knowing your sensitive information is protected.
Get updates right away
Never miss an important moment in the signing process, with detailed notifications that tell you the minute a customer opens, views, comments, or eSigns your document.
Create stunning contracts and proposals instantly
PandaDoc’s template library offers 450+ templates designed to save you tons of time when you need to quickly get an invoice or agreement out the door for eSignature.
Connect eSignatures to your favorite tools with the PandaDoc API
Processing thousands of eSignatures is a breeze. Our all-in-one API solution seamlessly integrates with the software you already use, enabling you to collect eSignatures and eSign files from practically any tool. Embedded signing allows you to request eSignatures for critical documentation right from your custom app, website, or backend.
Effortless document creation
Say goodbye to mind-numbing work with a creative process capable of sparking joy. Our ridiculously easy PandaDoc editor allows you to simply drag-and-drop eSignature blocks, embed rich media, upload product screenshots, and more, all while keeping things on-brand. You’re just minutes away from sending your dazzling doc out for eSign.
Simple, user-friendly forms for any purpose
PandaDoc Forms empower your team to work more efficiently and manage workflows with ease. Collect eSignatures directly from custom-built forms you can seamlessly embed into your website or share directly with a link. Streamline operations with contactless applications and registrations to capture eSignatures and payments in a single workflow.
Automated eSignature tracking
Embedded audit trail offers an added layer of eSignature security – providing proof of who signed the document and when. Keeping track of the status of your docs is a no-brainer with an easy-to-follow audit trail that gives you a birds-eye view into the signing process
Sign PDFs and Word docs
Relying on multiple software tools to create and send documents for electronic signatures is tedious and time-consuming. PandaDoc allows you to consolidate your electronic signing needs into a single, unified workflow. Effortlessly upload, send and sign PDFs, DocX, and other file types for eSign in record time.
Mobile application to sign on the go
The waiting game between send and eSign can be a total pain. With PandaDoc, you don’t have to wait around anxiously for a signature to come in. Sign and manage your documents from anywhere using the PandaDoc mobile app. See live analytics and stay in the know throughout the entire signing process.
See exceptional results
Our electronic signature software will improve your company’s processes, saving you time and money.
- per week saved
- 12h
- increase in close rate
- 28%
- decrease in document creation time
- 65%
Still have questions? We’ve got answers.
What information is on an electronic signature certificate?
Our eSignature certificate includes your recipient’s name, their signatures/initials, verified email address, their IP address, and a Date/Time Stamp for when the agreement was completed.
Are electronic signatures secure?
Yes. eSignature software technology from PandaDoc is legally-binding, ESIGN, and UETA compliant. We provide an electronic certificate with every eSignature that verifies a document’s legitimacy. PDFs contain a specific private encryption key that verifies the files were eSigned with PandaDoc.
How do I create a signing order?
If you need more than one person to sign your sales agreement, you can create a signing order to specify when each signer can view and eSign the agreement.
Are electronic signatures legal?
In most countries, electronic signatures are legal, and to make things easier we’ve outlined the legality of electronically signed contracts when working across international borders here.
How do I know when my document is signed?
After sending a sales contract for electronic signature, you can view real-time status updates throughout the entire signing process via the PandaDoc dashboard. After the recipient has eSigned the sales contract, you can download it and view the eSignature certificate.
What types of eSignatures can me and my recipients use?
PandaDoc allows you to type, upload, or draw your electronic signature. You can even completely customize your signatures in your PandaDoc account settings. Create your own digital signature or limit the type of signature your signers can use.
Do you have a free plan?
We do! With our Free eSign plan, you can upload prewritten documents, securely sign them, and collect payments from them using our payment gateway. Our forever Free eSign plan is unlike no other electronic signature provider, we give your team access to unlimited docs and legally-binding electronic signatures. But, you won’t be able to access any of our custom branding, analytics, or template tools.
What types of content can I sign with PandaDoc?
With our electronic signature software, you can safely and securely upload and eSign Excel, PDFs, PNGs, JPGs, PowerPoint, and Word files using the PandaDoc editor.
PandaDoc + the tools you love
Out-of-the-box integrations, including your CRM, allows your team’s documents to go out faster and can help reduce manual and costly data entry errors.
eSignatures to accelerate every industry
Education
PandaDoc’s electronic signature solution can help you speed up student enrollment and reduce school paperwork. Digitize onboarding with a contactless way to send docs and collect eSignatures from students and staff. Gain a simple process for everything from class registration to capturing feedback, legally-binding signatures, and payments.
Healthcare
PandaDoc’s eSignature software can help your healthcare facility build HIPAA-compliant workflows while streamlining your entire signature process. Offer your patients the convenience to review and securely eSign intake forms and critical docs ahead of time while freeing up your administrative staff from time-consuming paperwork.
Nonprofit
Our eSignature platform is the tool your nonprofit organization needs to improve productivity and take fundraising to the next level. By digitizing your documentation, you’ll be able to build custom donation forms, build quarterly reports, collect signatures, and monitor business operations in real-time. Empowers sponsors, volunteers, and potential event registrants to safely and securely sign docs from anywhere at any time.
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