How do I send a document to many signers using Bulk Send?

Go to 'E-Sign' in Acrobat. Select 'Send in bulk'. Upload your document as a parent template. Add recipients manually or import them using a CSV file. Send the request.

What is a 'parent template' in the context of Bulk Send?

A parent template is the original document you upload for Bulk Send. It acts as the master copy from which up to 1,000 unique, separate agreements are created for each signer. This ensures all signers get the same document but their signatures are kept private.

If I use Bulk Send, will signers see who else received the document?

No, signers will not see who else received the document. Bulk Send creates independent child agreements for each recipient. Each agreement has its own audit trail, ensuring privacy and that signers only interact with their specific document.

Why does Bulk Send require Acrobat Pro or Pro for teams?

Bulk Send is a powerful feature designed for mass e-signature requests, which involves creating and managing many separate agreements. This advanced functionality requires the capabilities and licensing of Acrobat Pro or Pro for teams to ensure proper tracking, security, and support for high volume transactions.

What is the difference between sending one document normally and using Bulk Send?

Feature Normal Send Bulk Send. Recipients Few, added individually Many (up to 1,000), added manually or via CSV Privacy Signers may see other recipients if CC'd Each signer gets a private, independent agreement Efficiency Good for small groups Designed for mass e-signature requests, saves time Transaction Count One agreement per send Each child agreement counts as a separate transaction

Automate bulk sending via API in Adobe Acrobat — How-to & AI prompts

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AExecute — “help me do it”Show me how to send documents to many people using the API...…+

Show me how to send documents to many people at once using the Adobe Acrobat Sign API with [your programming language] and [list of recipient emails].

when the reply comes backWant help setting up API authentication?

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Review my code for sending documents in bulk via the Acrobat Sign API and suggest ways to make it faster, safer, or easier to manage.

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CDecide — “help me choose”Which API method should I use to automate sending...…+

Which Adobe API method should I use to automate sending large numbers of documents for signature, and why is it the best for my case?

when the reply comes backCurious about tracking document status after sending?

How to do it

the tool · the steps · what to avoid

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Log in to your Adobe Acrobat Sign account at https://acrobat.adobe.com.
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Navigate to the E-Sign section and select the option to send documents in bulk.
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Upload the PDF file you want each recipient to sign.
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Enter an agreement name and customize the message to recipients if needed.
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Add recipients by entering their names and email addresses, or upload a CSV file with recipient details for larger lists.
Best practiceUploading a CSV file is the fastest way to add a large number of recipients and reduces manual entry errors.
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Review your settings and recipients, then send the document for signature.

In the appWith the API

You can track the status of each recipient's agreement individually after sending in bulk from the Manage tab.

This runs in the Acrobat app - there is no separate API for this task.

Glossary

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APIA way for different software to talk to each other automatically.ExampleAn online store uses an API to automatically send shipping details to a delivery service.

EndpointA web address your code sends requests to for a specific job.ExampleThe app sends your payment details to a secure endpoint on the server to process the transaction.

AuthenticationHow you prove who you are when using an online service.ExampleEntering your password and a code from your phone provides authentication to access your bank account.

The real tasks

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I’ve been asked to set up bulk acknowledgments for a new policy and HR needs returns fast.

FAQ

about this task

You need to get an access token using OAuth, which proves your app is allowed to use the API. This token is included in each API request so Adobe knows who you are.

Sending one document means you send it to a single recipient, while bulk sending lets you send the same document to many people at once, saving time and effort.

Yes, you can use merge fields or templates to personalize each document for every recipient, like adding their name or other details automatically.

API automation is much faster and reduces errors, especially when you need to send lots of documents regularly or as part of a bigger workflow in your app.

You can call the API to get updates on each document's status, such as whether it's been viewed or signed, so you can track progress automatically.

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