> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.docexport.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.docexport.com/features/esignatures.md).

# eSignatures

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*This feature is included in the* [*Professional Plan*](https://www.docexport.com/professionalfeatures/) *and above.* 
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It automates signature workflows, supports multiple signers, signing orders and ensures secure storage of signed documents, making it ideal for a wide range of professional use cases.

## See the eSignature workflow in action

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### Some example use cases

**1. Customer Contracts**\
Automatically send agreements to clients and capture their signatures electronically.

**2. Employee Onboarding**\
Use the feature to gather new hire signatures on NDAs or agreements.

**3. Approval Workflows**\
Streamline internal or external document approval processes with status tracking.

**5. Lease Agreements**\
Simplify the process of signing rental or leasing documents directly within monday.com.

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## Functionality

#### Key Features

* **Automatic Signature Detection:** Automatically identifies placeholders such as `{{Signature:1}}` , `{{SignatureName:1}}`  and `{{SignatureDate:1}}`  in templates.
* **Multiple Signatures:** Supports multiple signers by leveraging placeholders like `{{Signature:2}}` ,  `{{Signature:3}}` and so on.
* **Status Tracking:** Monitor the status of signature requests with a dedicated "Signature State" column.
* **Legal Compliance and Certificate (Audit Trail):** The final signed files can be legally binding and are non-editable PDFs which include a signature certificate powered by BoldSign.
* **Document Storage:** Automatically store signed documents in monday file column.
* **Customized Branding:** Add logos and customize the signature portal to reflect your brand.
* **Post-Signature Redirection:** Redirect signees to a specified page after signing.
* **Placeholder for Signature Dates:** Use the `{{SignatureDate:1}}` placeholder to automatically include the date when the signature was applied.
* **Revocation of Signature Requests:** Board owners can revoke signature requests when necessary.
* **Configurable Expiry Dates:** Set expiry dates for signature requests to manage timelines effectively.

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## How to get started

1. [Initial set up and authentication](/features/esignatures/initial-setup.md)
2. [Create and customize signature template](/features/esignatures/create-template.md) (your document)
3. [Set up eSignature workflow](/features/esignatures/esignature-workflow.md) (with automations)
4. [Signing a document](/features/esignatures/signing-process.md)
5. [eSignature Pricing](https://www.docexport.com/purchase-esignature-packs/)