Migrate DocuSign Templates into Signeasy

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Rachana Chotia
Rachana Chotia
October 13, 2025
2025-10-13
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2025-10-13
2025-10-13
10
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Rachana Chotia
Rachana Chotia
October 13, 2025
2025-10-13
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10
 min read
Migrate DocuSign Templates into Signeasy
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Key Takeaways

  • Migrating templates from Docusign to Signeasy is a straightforward process guided by the Signeasy success team.
  • You can export templates in JSON format, import them into Signeasy, and retain signer roles, fields, and workflows.
  • A few quick pre-migration checks — backups, scheduling, and test runs — ensure smooth rollout.
  • Once migrated, Signeasy delivers a faster, mobile-friendly, and more cost-efficient eSignature and contract management platform experience for your team.

When planning a Docusign migration, the biggest concern is often what happens to your existing library of templates. Rebuilding every agreement from scratch is time-consuming, error-prone, and disruptive to established workflows. 

The good news? Moving your templates to Signeasy is simple — and you don’t have to start over. There’s no limit on the number of templates that can be migrated, so your entire library can move with you.

In this guide, you'll learn how to:

  • Export templates from Docusign and prepare them for Signeasy migration
  • Identify which fields migrate successfully and which aren’t supported
  • Verify required admin permissions for both platforms
  • Understand the key benefits of migrating templates

Before you start, here’s why making the switch makes sense.

Why migrate from Docusign to Signeasy?

Most teams switch from Docusign to Signeasy because docusign feels heavy and costly for their needs. It packs in enterprise-grade features that fast-growing businesses rarely use — yet still pay for. 

On top of that, the hidden fees add up fast. Signeasy offers a cleaner, more affordable alternative that makes managing templates and users simple again, with an intuitive interface and tools built for quick setup and signing.

Estimate your savings with our ROI calculator

  1. Business drivers

Teams choose Signeasy because it just works, without the hassle. You can set up and send documents in minutes, not hours, and your team doesn’t need extensive training to get started.

Interface for quickly adding document recipients in Signeasy
Add signers in minutes with Signeasy's intuitive interface

The mobile-first signing experience works seamlessly across phones and tablets. Your clients and partners can sign documents from anywhere, which naturally speeds up the deal cycles. 

Plus, many organizations also find they can cut licensing costs significantly while making life easier for admins who manage users across multiple departments.

  1. Technical drivers

Template management in Signeasy feels natural and well-organized from day one. Creating, editing, and sharing templates takes just a few clicks. You'll actually be able to find what you're looking for without getting lost in endless menus or advanced settings.

The platform connects effortlessly with the tools your team already uses, including Google Workspace, Outlook, and HubSpot. This keeps document workflows within familiar environments.

For more sophisticated automation needs, Signeasy's API gives you the flexibility you need. Build custom integrations that handle sending, tracking, and managing templates across your entire tech stack.

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Use the powerful API to build custom sales or business portals

If you currently rely on Docusign's eSign API for custom integrations, you’ll find Signeasy’s API delivers similar functionality with a lighter setup and faster deployment. 

Suggest Read: Signeasy vs Docusign

To make the switch as simple as possible, start with this short preparation checklist.

Quick-start checklist (before you start)

Before beginning your Docusign template migration, make sure the following steps are complete. Preparing in advance helps prevent errors and leads to a smooth transition.

Migration prep checklist
Step What to do Purpose
Files and backups Export a complete copy of all Docusign templates in JSON format. Keep a local backup of related documents. Protects against data loss and gives you a reference if adjustments are needed later.
Stakeholder sign-off and schedule Choose a migration window during low activity and inform all affected teams. Get approval from key stakeholders. Avoids disruptions to live workflows and maintains team alignment.
Test plan Select test templates, assign test signers, and define clear success criteria. Confirms that migrated templates work as expected before full rollout.

After completing these steps, you can start migrating your Docusign templates with confidence.

Step-by-step guide to migrating Docusign templates into Signeasy

Follow these steps to move your Docusign templates into Signeasy without rebuilding them from scratch. The Signeasy customer success team guides the process to keep your templates ready and accurate to use.

Step 1. Export from Docusign

Start by exporting your existing Docusign templates in JSON format.

Template library showing three selected templates and the 'Download' button
Select and download your Docusign templates from the 'My Templates' view

Once downloaded, share the files securely with the Signeasy customer success team. They will process the files and prepare them for import into your account.

Step 2. Import into Signeasy

The Signeasy team uploads the exported files directly into your Signeasy account.

Defining signer roles in the template creation workflow after the JSON import
The imported template structure, including roles, appears in the Signeasy setup

Most standard Docusign fields — such as signer roles, text fields, checkboxes, and dates — migrate successfully. In most cases, your existing workflow structure remains the same, reducing the need for manual setup after import. 

Step 3. Handle unsupported fields

A few Docusign features are not currently supported in Signeasy. These include:

  • Payments
  • Conditional logic
  • Combo boxes
Interface showing complex recipient workflow that may need manual adjustment
After manual adjustments, verify complex workflows like signing order

If your templates contain these elements, they won’t migrate automatically. The Signeasy team will flag them for you and recommend manual adjustments where needed.

Step 4. Review and verify templates

Once the import is complete, your templates appear in your Signeasy account. Review each template once to confirm:

  • All fields are visible and positioned correctly
  • Field sizes and signer roles are accurate

As the Signeasy team performs an internal quality check before hand-off, most templates are ready to use immediately.

Suggested Read: Your complete guide to eSign API integration for business

Common issues when migrating and how to solve them

Migrating from Docusign to Signeasy is a fairly flawless process. Nevertheless, it is best to be prepared for some challenges that may come up:

  1. Role mismatch

Issue: A signer receives the wrong field or can’t access the document.

Fix: Standardize recipient role names across all templates. Double-check signing order and confirm each role is mapped correctly before testing.

  1. Signature appearance

Issue: Signatures appear stretched or cropped on certain devices.

Fix: Adjust signature block size to fit common screen widths. Re-test on mobile to confirm proper scaling.

  1. Quick checklist for debugging

Follow this short cycle to identify and resolve most migration issues:

  1. Supported fields and features during DocuSign to Signeasy migration
Verified Signeasy fields and features that carry over smoothly when migrating templates from DocuSign.
Type / Feature Signeasy Support Notes / Details
Signature field ✅ Fully supported Signeasy supports placing signature fields on documents.
Initials field ✅ Fully supported Document fields include initials.
Name field ✅ Fully supported The “name” field is supported as a document field.
Date field ✅ Fully supported Date fields are supported.
Email field ✅ Fully supported You can place an email address field.
Text / free text field ✅ Fully supported Signeasy lets you add text fields for signers to fill.
Checkbox ✅ Fully supported Checkbox fields are supported.
Templates + roles + fields ✅ Fully supported Signeasy supports defining roles, adding fields, and reusing templates.
Merge / pre-fill fields ✅ Fully supported Signeasy supports “merge fields” to pre-fill data in templates.
Signing order (sequential signing) ✅ Fully supported You can set the order in which signers must act.
CC / copy recipients ✅ Fully supported Signeasy supports CC recipients to receive the finalized document.
Attachment of supporting documents ✅ Fully supported You can request signers to attach up to 10 supporting documents.
In-person signing via templates ✅ Fully supported Templates with pre-set fields can be signed in person on mobile devices.

Running this quick test on a few templates helps you detect and fix most issues before full rollout.

How Signeasy improves the eSignature experience after migration

Once your Docusign templates are live in Signeasy, your team gains a faster, more flexible way to manage document workflows.

  1. UX and workflow improvements

With Signeasy, the signing experience is quick and frictionless. Templates load instantly, fields stay consistent across devices, and signers can complete documents easily from any phone, tablet, or computer.

Teams save time with fewer steps between send and sign.

  1. Integrations and automation

Signeasy connects with everyday tools like Google Drive, SharePoint, and HubSpot, keeping documents within your existing workflows. 

Signeasy for HubSpot: Inviting signers using integrated contact data
Integrate Signeasy with HubSpot to use existing contact data

You can trigger signing from stored files, sync completed agreements automatically, and eliminate repetitive uploads.

Checkout Signeasy Integrations

  1. Team and admin features

Admins can assign team roles, manage access with role-based permissions, and track activity with usage reports and analytics. These tools keep document management organized and scalable as your team grows.

Manage team roles and track usage activity in Signeasy
Assign and manage team roles in Signeasy

Before you commit, here's the reality check on timing and investment.

Cost, timing, and project sizing

Migration is managed manually by the Signeasy customer success team. The total time depends on two key factors:

  • Number of templates being migrated
  • Complexity of fields and roles in each template

Smaller template sets are usually migrated quickly, while larger libraries with advanced configurations may take longer. Your customer success manager will review your setup and share an estimated timeline before the process begins.

So there you have it — everything you need to make an informed decision.

Final thoughts on Docusign migration to Signeasy

Migrating Docusign templates to Signeasy lets you keep your existing workflows while gaining a simpler interface, mobile access, and lower overhead. The process is designed to get your team back to work quickly.

Thinking about moving away from Docusign?

Get in touch with our team — we’ll help you migrate your templates and workflows to Signeasy seamlessly. Contact us to get started.

Frequently asked questions

How do I migrate Docusign templates to Signeasy?
Export templates from Docusign in JSON format, then share them with the Signeasy team. They’ll import and review them to ensure fields and roles carry over accurately.
Can I transfer my existing signatures and templates from Docusign?
You can migrate templates, but saved signatures and historical envelopes don’t transfer yet. Users will reapply signatures in Signeasy after migration.
What are the key benefits of migrating to Signeasy?
Simpler interface, lower cost, mobile-friendly signing, faster onboarding, and integrations with tools like Google Workspace and Outlook.
Are there any known issues during the migration process?
Some Docusign features like payments, conditional logic, and combo boxes aren’t supported. Field alignment or role mapping may need minor review.
Does Signeasy support integrations with other platforms?
Yes. Signeasy connects with Google Drive, SharePoint, Outlook, and more, plus offers an API for custom workflows.
Rachana Chotia
Rachana Chotia
Rachana is the Content Marketing Manager at Signeasy, where she works with the product & customer teams to create content related to eSignature and contract workflows. In her free time, she enjoys going for walks, watching anime, and reading a good book.
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