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Request PDF Signatures

Use Request Signatures when recipients need to review, sign, and return a document through a tracked workflow.

InputPDFOutputSigned PDFLimit25 MB per file

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Updated 2026-07-10. This workflow is live while the processing engine is being connected.

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Good for

Client agreements
HR paperwork
Vendor forms
Approval routing

How to use this tool

  1. 1

    Upload the PDF file you want to process.

  2. 2

    Review the settings, page range, or output format before starting.

  3. 3

    Download the Signed PDF result and check it before sharing.

When this tool fits

Choose this workflow for client agreements, hr paperwork, vendor forms, or approval routing when your file starts as PDF and you need Signed PDF output.

Practical notes

The page treats requested signatures as a workflow and trust problem, not just a drawing tool.

Before you start

Multi-party signing usually needs recipient identity, consent, completion status, and audit records.

File handling

  • The page states the intended file types and output before upload.
  • Quality limits are explained so users know what to review.
  • The tool avoids making guaranteed layout, privacy, or accuracy claims.

Security & privacy

Files should be handled through temporary processing routes, with clear format validation, no public result pages, and no claims that exceed the actual security controls.

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Sign PDFAdd a signature to a PDF for approvals, forms, and routine document completion.Protect PDFAdd password protection to a PDF and review password strength guidance before processing.PDF Form FillerFill PDF form fields or add text to form-like PDFs before downloading a completed copy.

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Request Signatures questions people also search

These practical questions cover the long-tail tasks, quality checks, and privacy details behind this workflow.

How to request signatures for client agreements?

Use this page when your file matches PDF input and you need Signed PDF output with clear quality notes before download.

What is the best next step after request signatures?

Many users continue with Sign PDF and Protect PDF, depending on whether they need to reduce size, edit pages, or prepare the file for sharing.

How do I avoid quality problems with request signatures?

Multi-party signing usually needs recipient identity, consent, completion status, and audit records.

What privacy details matter before using request signatures?

Files should be handled through temporary processing routes, with clear format validation, no public result pages, and no claims that exceed the actual security controls.

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Request Signatures FAQ

How is this different from Sign PDF?

Sign PDF is for placing your own signature; Request Signatures is for collecting signatures from recipients.

Do signature requests need an audit trail?

Many business workflows require one, especially for agreements and approvals.

Can I set signing order?

A signature request workflow may support ordering when documents need sequential approval.

How do I use Request Signatures online?

Upload PDF, review the settings shown on the page, start the workflow, then download the Signed PDF result when processing is ready.

What file types does Request Signatures support?

Request Signatures is scoped to PDF input and Signed PDF output, with a 25 MB per-file limit shown before upload.

Will Request Signatures change my original file?

No. The original upload should remain unchanged; the service creates a separate output copy for you to review before sharing.

What should I check after using Request Signatures?

Multi-party signing usually needs recipient identity, consent, completion status, and audit records.

Is Request Signatures suitable for client agreements?

Yes, when the file type and output match this workflow. Review the result carefully, especially when the document contains scans, forms, custom fonts, or sensitive information.

Can I use Request Signatures without installing software?

The workflow is designed for browser-based document work. Some advanced conversions still require a connected server engine before file processing is enabled.

Why is Request Signatures not processing files yet?

The page explains the workflow, input formats, output formats, and quality limits while the conversion engine is being connected.