This guide walks you through the process of signing a contract using SpotDraft's eSignature feature, including how to handle various fields that may be required.
How to Sign a Contract on SpotDraft
- Opening the Email Notification: When a contract is ready for your signature, you'll receive an email from SpotDraft.
- Click the "Sign Agreement" Button: The email will contain a button labeled "Sign Agreement." Click on this button to open the contract in SpotDraft.
- Review the Contract: The contract will open in a new tab within your browser. Take a moment to read the entire contract carefully before signing.
- Start Signing: Locate the “Start Signing” button at the bottom of the screen and click on it to begin signing the contract.
- Fill in the Fields: The contract may contain various fields where you need to provide information. Here's a breakdown of how to handle each:
- Name and Job Title Fields: These are typically text fields. Simply type your full name and job title into the designated boxes.
Tip:- Use the Navigator: You can use the arrows at the bottom of the screen to navigate between the different fields.
- Initials, Signature and Job Title Fields: Clicking on the fields will automatically populate the field value, however you can click on “Edit” to change the field values.
- Initial Fields: You can choose to type, draw, or upload a scanned image of your initials.
- Signature Fields: You can choose to type, draw, or upload a scanned image of your signature.
- Seal Fields: These fields require you to upload a digital image of your organization's seal. You can:
- Drag and Drop: Drag the image file directly into the field.
- Upload File: Click the "Upload File" button to browse your computer and choose the image.
- Initial Fields: You can choose to type, draw, or upload a scanned image of your initials.
- Click "Finish Signing": Once you've filled in all the required fields, click the "Finish Signing" button at the bottom of the screen. SpotDraft will process your signature and finalize the document.
- Review and Download: After the contract has been processed, you'll see a confirmation message indicating that the contract has been signed successfully. You can then download a copy of the signed contract.
Additional Tips:
- Save the Email: Keep the email containing the contract signing link for your records.