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Open your PDF document in Adobe Acrobat.
Click All Tools in the left pane.
Select Request e-signatures from the tools list.
In the Request signatures window, add the email addresses of the people who need to sign.
Click Specify where to sign (or similar) to place signature fields as needed.
Click Send to send the document for signature.
Monitor the status of your document in the Home or Manage tab.
Best practiceRecipients do not need an Adobe account to sign; they can sign via the email link in any browser.
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| Type | Description | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential | Each person signs one after the other, in a specific order. | For approvals where one person must sign before the next, like a manager then a director. |
| Parallel | All people can sign at the same time, the order does not matter. | When multiple people need to sign but their order is not important, like a team agreement. |
Adding authentication, like an email or SMS code, makes your e-signature agreements more secure. This is very important for high-value agreements or sensitive documents. It helps confirm that only the correct person can open and sign the document, adding an extra layer of trust and legal protection.
The Acrobat Sign API is a tool for developers to connect other software with Acrobat Sign. It lets you automate sending documents for e-signature directly from your own systems. For example, you can automatically send contracts for signature when a new customer is added to your database, saving time and reducing manual work.