Electronic Signature
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API for eSignature Solutions
Require signers to create a unique signature | signNow API

Require signers to create
a unique signature for an embedded signing session

Achieve compliance with industry-specific regulations for electronic signature. Request signers to use a freshly created instance of their eSignature, simulating the traditional wet ink signing process.

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Ensure the authenticity of collected signatures with a simple API parameter

To satisfy the requirements of certain industries for the uniqueness and immediacy of electronic signatures, the signNow API allows you to add the "force_new_signature" parameter in the request body of your embedded eSignature invite. As a result, signers will be required to log in and manually create a new signature instead of re-using their saved signature.

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signNow provides developers with complete SDKs for every popular language, allowing them to integrate eSignatures without writing a single line of code.
With signNow’s detailed documentation, integrating electronic signatures with your app is a breeze.
signNow goes beyond eSignatures. Use it to create fillable forms, request payments, and manage your documents securely using simple API calls.

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Methods of creating an electronic signature with signNow

Typing

Simply type your full name or initials to create a professional and authentic electronic signature. Select between multiple font options to personalize your signature.

Drawing

Draw your signature using a computer mouse, touchpad, or your smartphone’s touchscreen. Use this method to quickly reproduce your handwritten signature.

Uploading

Upload an image of your handwritten signature and add it to a document. This option is ideal for users who need their signature to have a consistent appearance in every signed document.

Explore common use cases for the “force_new_signature” parameter

Ensure signature validity in the legal sector

Deploy the signNow API in a legal firm's digital document system. Ensure every legal document carries a unique signature, reinforcing its legal standing and authenticity.

Boost security in financial transactions

Integrate the signNow API into a banking institution's electronic document processes. Require customers to provide a fresh signature for every financial transaction, enhancing security and ensuring informed consent.

Strengthen patient consent in healthcare

Ensure each medical procedure or treatment consent form is distinguished by a newly created signature, confirming that patients acknowledge and accept the implications of their decisions.

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PCI DSS certification

Safeguards credit/debit card data for every monetary transaction a customer makes.

21 CFR Part 11

FDA-backed standards for electronic documentation and electronic signatures.

HIPAA compliance

Protects the private health information of your patients.

CCPA compliance

Enhances the protection of personal data and the privacy of California residents.

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Trusted eSignature solution — what our customers are saying

Explore how the signNow eSignature platform helps businesses succeed. Hear from real users and what they like most about electronic signing.

Everything has been great, really easy to incorporate...

5

Liam R

Everything has been great, really easy to incorporate into my business. And the clients who have used your software so far have said it is very easy to complete the necessary signatures.

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I couldn't conduct my business without contracts and...

5

Dani P

I couldn't conduct my business without contracts and this makes the hassle of downloading, printing, scanning, and reuploading docs virtually seamless. I don't have to worry about whether or not my clients have printers or scanners and I don't have to pay the ridiculous drop box fees. Sign now is amazing!!

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Jennifer

My overall experience with this software has been a tremendous help with important documents and even simple task so that I don't have leave the house and waste time and gas to have to go sign the documents in person. I think it is a great software and very convenient.

signNow has been a awesome software for electric signatures. This has been a useful tool and has been great and definitely helps time management for important documents. I've used this software for important documents for my college courses for billing documents and even to sign for credit cards or other simple task such as documents for my daughters schooling.

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