How do I sign a document?

You can easily sign documents with the signature process by following these steps:

1. Starting the Signature Process

 

  • Open the document.
  • Click on the 3-dot-menu.
  • Select "Start Signature Process".

2. Signature Flow

 

Step 1: Select Signers

  • Fides Users: Use the dropdown menu to select users already created in your Fides account. Start typing their name to search.
  • External Users: Add their email address to include them as signers.
  • It's possible for external users to only sign the document; they do not need a Fides account.
  • Note: The role title you specify for an external user, or the one stored for a Fides member, will appear in the signature line of the document.

Step 2: Add Obervers (Optional)

  • Observers do not sign the document but will stay informed about the signing process.
  • Observers will receive email updates on the document’s status.

Step 3: Set a Deadline (Optional)

  • Define a deadline for collecting signatures.
  • Important: Deadlines cannot be extended or waived. If the deadline is missed, the signature process must be restarted.

Step 4:  Add a Personalized Message (Optional)

  • Write a message for the signers explaining the purpose of the signature request or providing additional details.
  • This message will be included in the email sent to signers.

Step 5: Sign the Document

  • The signatory will receive a link via e-mail that will redirect them to DocuSign for the signing process.

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