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Open the PDF you want to send for signature in Adobe Acrobat.
Click on All Tools in the upper-left menu.
Select Request e-signatures from the tools list.
Add recipients and specify their email addresses as prompted.
Click on More Options (or the gear/settings icon) in the send for signature panel.
Locate the Set expiration date or Completion Deadline field.
Enter the desired deadline date by which recipients must complete signing.
Review all settings, then click Send to send the document for signature with the deadline enforced.
Recipients will be notified of the deadline and must sign before the expiration date.
NoteAfter the deadline passes, the agreement will expire and recipients will not be able to sign.
Best practiceIf you need to extend or change the deadline after sending, you must do so from the Manage Agreements section before the deadline expires.
Acrobat desktop and web app
| Routing Type | Description | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential | Signers receive the document one after another, in a specific order. | For approvals that must follow a chain, like A then B then C. |
| Parallel | All signers receive the document at the same time. | When the order of signatures does not matter, and everyone can sign at once. |
It's very important to check that every document has a signature field. If a document is attached but has no place for a signature, the request will fail. This is the most common reason why people think the e-signature process 'didn't work.' Always double-check this step to avoid problems.
The Acrobat Sign API is a tool for computer programs to send documents for e-signatures automatically. Instead of doing it manually, your software can use the API to create and manage agreements. This is useful for businesses that send many documents for signature, making the process faster and more integrated with their existing systems.