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Getting Started5 min readJanuary 10, 2026

How to Send Your First Document for Signature

A step-by-step guide to sending your first document for electronic signature using SignFlow.

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Emily Watson

VP of Product

How to Send Your First Document for Signature

Sending Your First Document

Getting started with SignFlow is easy. Follow these simple steps to send your first document for signature.

Step 1: Upload Your Document

  1. 1Log in to your SignFlow account
  2. 2Click "New Document" in the dashboard
  3. 3Drag and drop your PDF or click to browse

Supported formats: PDF, Word (.docx), and common image formats.

Step 2: Add Recipients

Enter the email addresses of everyone who needs to sign:

  • Signers: People who need to sign the document
  • Approvers: People who need to review and approve
  • Viewers: People who receive a copy (CC)

Step 3: Place Signature Fields

Click where you want signers to sign, initial, or fill in information:

  • Signature fields
  • Initial fields
  • Date fields
  • Text fields
  • Checkbox fields

Step 4: Review and Send

  1. 1Preview the document
  2. 2Add an optional message
  3. 3Set reminder preferences
  4. 4Click "Send for Signature"

What Happens Next?

Recipients receive an email with a link to sign. They can sign from any device without creating an account. You'll be notified as each person signs.

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