How to Sign Documents Electronically

Sign contracts, forms, and agreements digitally without printing, signing, and scanning.

In this guide (6 steps):

1.Are electronic signatures legal?
2.Free options
3.Dedicated e-signature services
4.Sign on your phone
5.Create a reusable signature
6.Best practices

Are electronic signatures legal?

~15s

Yes. Electronic signatures are legally binding in the US under the ESIGN Act and in most countries worldwide. They're used for contracts, real estate, employment documents, and more.

Free options

~15s

Adobe Acrobat Reader (free): open a PDF, click "Fill & Sign," draw or type your signature. Apple Preview (Mac): open a PDF, click the signature icon. Google Docs: Insert > Drawing > create a signature.

Dedicated e-signature services

~15s

DocuSign (from $10/month): industry standard, trusted everywhere. HelloSign by Dropbox (free for 3 documents/month). Adobe Sign: integrated with Adobe products.

Sign on your phone

~15s

Most e-signature emails include a link. Open it on your phone, tap to sign, and submit. The Files app on iPhone and the Adobe app on Android can also sign PDFs directly.

Create a reusable signature

~15s

In Adobe Reader, Preview, or DocuSign: create your signature once (draw it or type your name). Save it for future use. One-tap signing for all future documents.

Best practices

~15s

Read the entire document before signing. Keep copies of all signed documents. Use a reputable e-signature platform for important contracts. Your typed name counts as a valid signature in most contexts.

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