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Send a PDF for electronic signature for free

Requesting a signature doesn’t have to be complicated. With Adobe Acrobat, all you have to do is drag and drop a document, then easily request a signature on your PDF by sending it to others to sign.

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Key takeaways

  1. Send a PDF for signature in minutes. It’s fast, simple, and free- helpingto finalise documents without the need for paper or ink.
  2. Requesting a signature simplifies the process for senders and signers, reducing the likelihood of errors and missed signatures.
  3. Get enhanced security when you request a signature for your PDF, with encrypted documents and a safe audit trail.

How to send a PDF for signature online

You can easily request a signature for free with our online tool. Follow these simple steps to send your PDFs for signature electronically:

  1. Drag and drop the PDF that needs an e-signature into the box, or click “Select a file” to upload from your computer.
  2. Sign in to your free Acrobat account once the uploaded file is displayed on screen.
  3. Enter the email addresses of the people you wish to request a signature from, then select “Next”.
  4. Annotate the file so the recipients can see clearly where they need to e-sign.
  5. Tap “Send” and hey presto! The signature request PDF document is on its way to their inboxes.

Request e-signatures for free with Adobe online tools

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Online e-signatures for PDFs

Need to get a signature on a PDF, pronto? With Adobe Acrobat online tools, you can send a PDF document for signature electronically in seconds. Request e-signatures from colleagues and associates quickly and easily to keep work flowing.

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Send documents to be e-signed with ease

It’s never been easier to send a PDF for signature. Simply upload your PDF file, sign into Acrobat, and then add the email addresses of the people you need e-signatures from. Mark the document to show them exactly where to sign, then hit Send.

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Super simple e-signing for your recipients

Once you request a signature online, an email will land in your signees' inboxes. They’ll open, sign, and that's it. Plus, you can request multiple signatures at once. You’ll receive a notification once everything’s signed and the PDF gets sent back to you. No need to download or print.

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Finalise contracts faster than with paper and ink

The free Adobe e-signature tool helps you finalise contracts faster and more efficiently—no need to send paper copies via courier for a wet ink signature. With Acrobat online, people can e-sign a contract within minutes, not days.

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With baked-in Adobe Sign for added security

Integrated Acrobat Sign technology means signed agreements are safe and secure. All documents are protected with end-to-end encryption too, so your data and your signers’ privacy are completely safeguarded. You're in control of the process—from end to end.

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Try high-quality Adobe online tools for free

Ready to request a signature on a PDF? Sign up for a free Adobe Acrobat account to access two request e-signature transactions every 30 days (on a rolling basis) with zero charge. Want or need more? Subscribe to a 7-day free trial of Acrobat Pro today.

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