Kiosk mode simplifies on-site signature collection by locking the device to a dedicated signing workflow, reducing errors and speeding throughput for public or staffed check-in points.
An operations manager configures device settings, designs the on-screen workflow, and defines session timeouts to maintain consistent signing procedures across locations and shifts.
An IT administrator applies device-level restrictions, ensures network and certificate requirements are met, and integrates kiosk devices with identity or MDM solutions to control access and updates.
Organizations that collect frequent walk-up signatures use kiosk mode to standardize signing on a single device.
Kiosk mode supports environments where device simplicity, fast throughput, and signer privacy are primary operational goals.
iOS Guided Access locks the device to a single app and can restrict screen areas, preventing signers from switching apps or accessing sensitive system features while the kiosk is active.
Automatic session timeout clears form data and resets the device after each signing event, reducing data leakage between consecutive signers and maintaining privacy for anonymous workflows.
Preconfigured document templates with required fields, checkboxes, and conditional logic minimize signer confusion and ensure that each kiosk session captures consistent, complete information.
Comprehensive audit trails record timestamps, signer IP or device identifiers, and field-level actions to support evidentiary needs and compliance review after kiosk transactions.
| Setting Name | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Kiosk Mode Session Timeout | 60 seconds |
| Require Signer Authentication | Optional PIN |
| Document Retention Policy | Immediate upload |
| Auto-Clear Form Data | Enabled |
| Audit Log Capture | Full events |
Ensure the iPhone meets OS and app requirements, and that network access is stable for real-time document processing.
For offline use, verify app-supported offline signing features and secure local storage policies, then synchronize signed documents to central storage when the device reconnects.
A boutique uses a single iPhone at the register to present waiver forms and loyalty consent to walk-up customers.
Resulting in faster checkout, fewer errors, and consistent retention of signed receipts for returns and compliance.
A community clinic places a kiosk-mode iPhone at reception to collect patient intake and consent forms before appointments.
Ensures proper consent capture, reduces paperwork, and supports HIPAA-compliant record storage and audit trails.
| Feature Criteria for Signature Comparison | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign | Adobe Acrobat Sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiosk Mode on iPhone Availability | Limited | ||
| Guided Access Compatibility | |||
| Session Auto-Clear Support | |||
| HIPAA-Focused Controls | Available | Available | Available |
| Pricing Comparison Header Row | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign | Adobe Acrobat Sign | Dropbox Sign | PandaDoc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Monthly Starting Price | From $8/month | From $10/month | From $14.99/month | From $10/month | From $19/month |
| Free Tier Available | Limited trial | No | No | Free tier | Free trial |
| Users Included in Entry Plan | Single user | Single user | Single user | Single user | Single user |
| Advanced Fields and Templates | Included | Add-on | Included | Included | Included |
| HIPAA Support Option | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Kiosk Mode allows you to collect signatures in person using your iPhone or iPad. With Kiosk Mode enabled, airSlate SignNow automatically generates a fresh document copy from a selected template for every new signer. The signing process with Kiosk Mode is almost identical to hard copy signing.
Tap the hamburger menu in the top left corner and select Kiosk Mode.
Select a template to create document copies for signing.
Create a four-digit code to prevent signers from exiting Kiosk Mode and accessing other documents on your iPhone.
Customize your welcome and thank you messages and tap Begin Kiosk Mode. Your document will appear on the screen.
Hand your iPhone to a signer and ask them to sign the document using the touchscreen. Once the signature is in place, the signer can submit the document by tapping Done in the top right corner.
