Enabling background fetch improves app responsiveness by keeping content up to date before the app opens, reducing manual refreshes and perceived wait time for users.
An IT administrator configures device policies and advises on Background App Refresh settings to manage battery and data across fleets. They assess which business apps require fetch for productivity and set guidelines for enterprise device profiles and MDM controls.
A typical end user expects apps to show fresh content when opened. They manage per-app Background App Refresh and cellular data permissions in Settings to limit unwanted battery or data use while keeping essential apps updated.
Organizations prioritize background fetch where timely data improves usability, while balancing battery and privacy considerations.
A user-level setting that permits apps to run limited background tasks. When enabled, apps can register for Background Fetch and other background modes so they can update content without foreground launch, subject to system-managed scheduling to conserve battery.
A framework-level capability where apps implement a fetch handler that the system invokes on a schedule. The handler should perform lightweight network calls and update local storage or notification state quickly, returning appropriate success status to inform iOS scheduling.
An alternative background mode triggered by location events. It is useful for location-aware fetches and may complement Background Fetch when apps need updates tied to user movement rather than periodic polling.
Silent push notifications can wake the app to perform background work and are commonly used alongside Background Fetch for timely, server-initiated updates while respecting user settings and system constraints.
| Feature | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Fetch Interval Configuration | Adaptive timing |
| Network Requirement Setting | Wi-Fi preferred |
| Battery Threshold Setting | Avoid low battery |
| Background Modes Declaration | Enable fetch mode |
| Server Sync Window | Short incremental syncs |
For enterprise deployments, use MDM controls to manage Background App Refresh globally and ensure apps are configured with appropriate background modes and network policies to meet organizational requirements.
A field worker’s app checks for updated forms before a shift begins
Resulting in faster access to the latest documents when connectivity is intermittent and fewer failed submissions.
An email or messaging client performs periodic small checks for new items
Leading to reduced waiting time and a smoother user experience without continuous foreground polling.
| Criteria | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign | Adobe Sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| Background Fetch Support | |||
| Per-app Toggle | |||
| Battery-aware Scheduling | Adaptive | Adaptive | Adaptive |
| Enterprise MDM Controls |
| Plan | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | HelloSign | PandaDoc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier availability | Basic free plan available | Limited free trial | No free personal plan | Free trial only | Free trial available |
| Entry-level price per user | Starts at $8 per user monthly | Starts at $10 per user monthly | Starts at $9 per user monthly | Starts at $15 per user monthly | Starts at $19 per user monthly |
| Enterprise pricing model | Custom enterprise quotes available | Custom enterprise pricing | Volume-based enterprise quotes | Enterprise plans available | Custom enterprise options |
| Document storage included | Secure cloud storage included | Storage options vary | Adobe Document Cloud included | Limited storage included | Storage tiers available |
| Implementation and support | Email and phone support; onboarding available | Dedicated support packages | Enterprise onboarding available | Business support tiers | Onboarding and training services |
La recuperación en segundo plano permite que airSlate SignNow “recupere” periódicamente las actualizaciones de documentos desde el servidor mientras la aplicación está en segundo plano. Con esta función activada, ya no necesitas actualizar manualmente tu página de Documentos para ver las actualizaciones, como invitaciones a firmar, documentos firmados, y más.
Para activar esta función, asegúrate de que la Actualización en Segundo Plano de la Aplicación esté activada en la configuración de tu dispositivo iOS. Luego, sigue estas instrucciones para activar la recuperación en segundo plano:
1. Ve a la aplicación Configuración y selecciona General.
2. Selecciona Actualización en Segundo Plano de la Aplicación.
3. Activa la función de recuperación en segundo plano para la aplicación airSlate SignNow.
