The role of Microsoft Word in workflows and contracts
Do you use Microsoft Word? Of course, you do! You probably access Word documents regularly to create agreements, contracts, and more - but when it comes to finalizing those documents, do you know how to add a signature in Microsoft Word Document?
As paperless workflows continue to replace manual paperwork, integrating signature workflows within a signature in a Word document can help save you time and effort. If you’re looking for a simple and intuitive solution for taking your workflows online and an excellent reason to ditch our printer and scanner — Signeasy is here to help. Signing documents online has never been this easy.
Why use an electronic signature?
Electronic signatures bring many benefits compared to wet-ink signatures.
Simple and intuitive
Upload your document, set up signers and signing order, and send it ahead for signatures.
Legally compliant
eSign Act & eIDAS compliant. Much safer than traditional documents with signer verification and audit trails.
Remote-friendly
Easily sign documents from anywhere, from any device, across geographies.
Faster turnaround times
Sign off and close business deals in seconds. eSignatures provide flexibility in time-sensitive scenarios.
Affordable
Physical paperwork can be expensive. Electronic signatures save you valuable money and effort.
Environment Friendly
No paper wasted. No trees butchered. No more guilt that comes with paper-based processes.
How to add an eSignature using only Word?
While you can sign documents by uploading scanned images of your signature to Word files, getting an eSignature tool is easier. You can also download the Signeasy add-in from the Microsoft 365 marketplace. This makes your life easier by letting you sign, send and manage documents directly from Microsoft Word. No more toggling between apps — manage your document workflows in one place.
How to eSign a word document with Signeasy’s eSignature platform?
Here’s how to insert an electronic signature in Word with Signeasy, whether you’re eSigning on a desktop, mobile, or tablet.
Step 1: Log into Signeasy
Open a new tab or browser window and log into your Signeasy account. Create a free account if you haven’t registered for our electronic signature app.
Step 2: Click ‘Start Signing’
Click the blue “Start Signing" button in the top left corner of your screen, then choose the “Sign Document” option.
Step 3: Import your document
Select the Microsoft Word document you need to sign.
Step 4: Add your signature
In the left-hand “Annotations” menu bar, you’ll see the “Signature” option. Once you have configured your electronic signature (by selecting your preferred font or drawing your own signature), you can either drag and drop it into the document or place it on the signature line with a click. If the author has already given signer instructions by adding a signature line, great. If not, you can add a signature line with Microsoft Office Signature Line.
Step 5: Add other fields
Once you’ve placed your electronic signature into the Microsoft Word document, you can add an additional signature field if you like. You can add more fields like date, name, and initials.
Step 6: Click Finish
Is all of your information accurate and complete? If so, click “Finish” to finalize your signed document, then click “Download” to save a signed PDF to your device. Inserting an electronic signature in Word is just that easy!
Frequently asked questions
What are the terms and conditions of a Signeasy license?
A Signeasy account can be used by any user whether they are an individual or a member of a company, that has purchased a Business plan. Each user must have a unique email address associated to their account. They can use their Signeasy account from multiple devices that belong to them individually. Our fair usage policy applies to each user's account, within reasonable limits of use. Signeasy reserves the right to investigate and suspend any account which violates our terms of service.
Who is a Signeasy user?
A user is someone who signs documents for themselves or sends documents to others for signature.
Do the people I send documents to for signature have to pay anything?
No. They need not even have a registered Signeasy account to sign the documents sent to them for signature.
How will I be billed?
All the subscriptions are billed either yearly or monthly. Your subscription will renew automatically at the end of the billing period, unless you cancel the auto renewal. If you decide to cancel, your subscription will remain active until the end of current subscription period.
What if I want to cancel?
You can cancel your subscription at any time. However, no partial refund will be provided after 30 days of your purchase. Your account will continue to be active in the existing plan till it expires at the end of current billing period.
The role of Microsoft Word in workflows and contracts
Do you use Microsoft Word? Of course, you do! You probably access Word documents regularly to create agreements, contracts, and more - but when it comes to finalizing those documents, do you know how to add a signature in Microsoft Word Document?
As paperless workflows continue to replace manual paperwork, integrating signature workflows within a signature in a Word document can help save you time and effort. If you’re looking for a simple and intuitive solution for taking your workflows online and an excellent reason to ditch our printer and scanner — Signeasy is here to help. Signing documents online has never been this easy.
Why use an electronic signature?
Electronic signatures bring many benefits compared to wet-ink signatures.
Simple and intuitive
Upload your document, set up signers and signing order, and send it ahead for signatures.
Legally compliant
eSign Act & eIDAS compliant. Much safer than traditional documents with signer verification and audit trails.
Remote-friendly
Easily sign documents from anywhere, from any device, across geographies.
Faster turnaround times
Sign off and close business deals in seconds. eSignatures provide flexibility in time-sensitive scenarios.
Affordable
Physical paperwork can be expensive. Electronic signatures save you valuable money and effort.
Environment Friendly
No paper wasted. No trees butchered. No more guilt that comes with paper-based processes.
How to add an eSignature using only Word?
While you can sign documents by uploading scanned images of your signature to Word files, getting an eSignature tool is easier. You can also download the Signeasy add-in from the Microsoft 365 marketplace. This makes your life easier by letting you sign, send and manage documents directly from Microsoft Word. No more toggling between apps — manage your document workflows in one place.
How to eSign a word document with Signeasy’s eSignature platform?
Here’s how to insert an electronic signature in Word with Signeasy, whether you’re eSigning on a desktop, mobile, or tablet.
Step 1: Log into Signeasy
Open a new tab or browser window and log into your Signeasy account. Create a free account if you haven’t registered for our electronic signature app.
Step 2: Click ‘Start Signing’
Click the blue “Start Signing" button in the top left corner of your screen, then choose the “Sign Document” option.
Step 3: Import your document
Select the Microsoft Word document you need to sign.
Step 4: Add your signature
In the left-hand “Annotations” menu bar, you’ll see the “Signature” option. Once you have configured your electronic signature (by selecting your preferred font or drawing your own signature), you can either drag and drop it into the document or place it on the signature line with a click. If the author has already given signer instructions by adding a signature line, great. If not, you can add a signature line with Microsoft Office Signature Line.
Step 5: Add other fields
Once you’ve placed your electronic signature into the Microsoft Word document, you can add an additional signature field if you like. You can add more fields like date, name, and initials.
Step 6: Click Finish
Is all of your information accurate and complete? If so, click “Finish” to finalize your signed document, then click “Download” to save a signed PDF to your device. Inserting an electronic signature in Word is just that easy!
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