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How to make a signature online.

Create a signature with Adobe Acrobat to quickly and easily sign documents wherever you are. Whether you want to create a digital signature or an electronic one, the process is fast and easy.

Electronic signatures or e-signatures, are as convenient as digital signatures but require less authentication. You can sign a PDF or other document quickly and securely with an e-signature. Learn how to sign with an electronic signature.

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How to create an electronic signature.

Creating an electronic signature only takes a few steps and moments to complete. Follow this fast and easy guide to get started.

1. Click review and sign the link in an email.

In the email you received from the sender of the document to sign, click the link labelled “Click here to review and sign...”

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2. Click prompt in document.

Click the “Click here to sign” field in the document.

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3. Create electronic signature.

A pop-up window will open, allowing you to create your electronic signature in the signature field.

Screenshot of a pop-up window with an Acrobat signature field that reads “Type your signature here.

4. Select signature option.

Choose from four easy options: type your name, draw with a mouse, upload an image of your signature or sign with your finger or stylus on a touch screen.

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5. Sign document.

Select Apply to add your signature to the signature line and preview the signed document before you approve it.

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6. Finalise signature.

Select “Click to Sign” at the bottom to finalise your electronic signature.

7. Send.

Acrobat automatically sends you and the sender the final signed document.

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How to create a digital signature.

Digital signatures are simple to apply to new and existing documents. Here are the steps for how to use the Acrobat e-signature solution.

1. Click review link and opt to digitally sign.

Click the review link and opt to sign PDFs digitally. In the email you received from the document sender, click the “Click here to review and sign“ dialogue box, then click the “Click to digitally sign” button.

2. Select signature source and select name.

Choose to sign with a cloud signature using your digital ID certificate provider. If you haven't got a digital ID certificate, sign up with a digital ID provider in the next step.

3. Sign in and apply a digital signature.

Select the name of your digital ID certificate provider. If you haven't got a digital ID certificate, visit the provided link to get a digital ID.

4. Preview signature.

View a preview of your signature. Click ‘‘Edit Signature’’ to manually sign via mouse or touch screen or upload an image of your signature, then select OK.

5. Authenticate the signature.

Finally, select “Click to Sign” and enter your digital ID provider’s PIN and one-time passcode to authenticate your digital signature.

6. Send your signed document.

Select “Click to Sign” at the bottom to finalise your electronic signature.

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Frequently asked questions about how to make a signature.

How do I create my own signature?

You can create an electronic or a digital signature using the Acrobat e-signature solution. Simply click the review link and opt to digitally sign. From there, select a signature source and name, then sign in to apply your digital signature. Next, you can preview your signature and authenticate it.

How do I make my signature handwritten?

You can make your signature look handwritten with Acrobat. In fact, there are four ways to create an electronic signature: Type your name, upload an image file of your handwritten signature, draw your signature with a cursor or sign with your finger or stylus on a touch screen device.

Are Acrobat electronic signatures legally binding?

Yes. Electronic signatures are legally valid and enforceable in nearly every industrialised country around the world and even less-developed countries are beginning to enact e-signature laws. In 2000, the United States passed the ESIGN Act, making e-signatures legal for virtually all uses. The European Union the Electronic Identification and Trust Services Regulation (eIDAS) took effect in July 2016. Other countries have enacted similar laws as well. To learn more, visit our Electronic Signatures are Legal page.

What devices does Acrobat support?

Acrobat supports document signing on practically any modern device, including smartphones, tablets and desktop computers such as Macs and PCs.

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