This section provides an overview for e-signatures as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 40 e-signature manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked e-signature companies as of November, 2024: 1.Signable, 2.Oneflow AB, 3.FORCS Singapore Pte Ltd.
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An e-signature is a digital mechanism used to express consent or approval legally on electronic form. It serves as a digital counterpart to traditional handwritten signatures or seals.
E-signatures offer cost savings, improved operational efficiency, and reduced need for physical document storage. They streamline contract processes, eliminate postage and printing costs, and reduce the time needed to finalize agreements. Digital storage also minimizes the need for physical space and associated costs.
E-signatures are legally recognized and authenticate the signer's identity. Authentication methods include audit trail records, passwords, social IDs, or telephone verification, ensuring the validity and originality of the document.
While e-signatures fall under the broader category of electronic signatures, they are distinct in their application. E-signatures refer to a wider range of electronic contractual agreements and carry varying levels of legal weight compared to more specific electronic signatures.
Beyond contracts, e-signatures are used as internal seals of approval for requests, invoices, quotations, employment contracts, outsourcing agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and more. They enable the digital transformation of business operations, facilitating document approval regardless of the approver's location, beneficial for remote work and business trips.
E-signatures can be created via PDF tools or e-signature services. PDF tools allow digital IDs to be used for e-signatures, whereas web-based services offer flexibility across various document types. Choosing the right tool depends on your specific needs and document types.
Implementation choices depend on the frequency of e-signature usage and the types of documents involved. For occasional use or exclusively for PDFs, PDF tools may suffice. For diverse document types, a web-based e-signature service is more suitable.
Foxit eSign offers a comprehensive and customizable electronic signature solution. It allows easy document uploading, signature field creation, and delivery via email. Its user-friendly interface supports various workflows, and the API customization enables integration into existing platforms. Foxit eSign supports multiple file formats and provides a secure and efficient e-signature process.
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Adobe Inc., established in 1982 as Adobe Systems Incorporated, is an American multinational manufacturer with its global headquarters in San Jose, California, specializing in computer software. This software facilitates creativity, boosts document efficiency, and supports digital businesses. Featured among its products are Adobe Acrobat Reader and the Portable Document Format (PDF), Adobe Illustrator, vector-based illustration software, Adobe Photoshop, image editing software, and tools for audio-visual content editing and publishing. It also offers Adobe Creative Cloud, a software suite for graphic design, photography, video editing, and web development. Furthermore, the company provides Adobe Marketing Cloud, a software suite for digital marketing management.
HubSpot, Inc., founded in 2005 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a manufacturer and provider of inbound marketing and sales software. The company specializes in developing tools for customer relationship management, content management, and social media marketing. The company’s software is utilized by businesses to attract, engage, and delight customers through personalized marketing efforts. Its platform caters to various industries, including marketing, sales, and customer service. The company is ISO 27001 certified, ensuring adherence to information security management.
Jotform Inc., founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a manufacturer of a powerful online form builder. The company offers an extensive and diverse range of downloadable media kits, including Jotform tables, report builder, Jotform enterprise, store builder, and smart PDF Forms, among others. These forms can be utilized for creating surveys for market research, facilitating event registration to gather participant details, and collecting payments for products and services.
Oneflow, founded in 2012 in Sweden, is a software company that develops, sells, and implements digital contract management and automation systems. The company's all-in-one digital contract platform automates the entire contract process, from creating to e-signing and managing. Its digital contracts are interactive, responsive, and always ready for signatures, making work faster and life easier. The company's advanced product offering and expanding addressable market provide great opportunities for growth. In 2019, HP acquired Oneflow Systems, a workflow software developer, in a deal that deepened its established working partnership.
PandaDoc, founded in 2013 in the United States, is a document automation software company. It` provides a platform that allows businesses to create, send, and track digital documents, such as proposals, contracts, and quotes. The company's software integrates with popular business tools, enabling users to streamline its document workflows and improve productivity. The platform offers features like eSignatures, document analytics, and content management, making it a valuable tool for sales, marketing, and legal teams. With its intuitive interface and robust functionality, the company helps businesses save time and close deals faster.
Juro, founded in 2016 in the United Kingdom, is a contract management software supplier. The company's software uses machine learning to help businesses manage its contracts more efficiently. The company's platform allows users to create, negotiate, sign, and store contracts in one unified workspace, replacing the need for multiple tools. Its template editor allows for the creation of automated templates for simple contracts like NDAs, offer letters, and MSAs, and the platform's no-code workflow builder ensures that there are no bottlenecks in getting a document ready for signature.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Signable |
7.1%
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2 | Oneflow AB |
5.4%
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3 | Adobe |
5.4%
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4 | FORCS Singapore Pte Ltd |
3.6%
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5 | Frevation Co, Ltd. |
3.6%
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6 | eversign GmbH |
3.6%
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7 | Consensus Cloud Solutions, Inc. |
3.6%
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8 | Ascertia Limited |
3.6%
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9 | SecureDocs, Inc. |
3.6%
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10 | KIJEONSA Co., Ltd |
3.6%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the e-signature page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 12 | 50.0% |
Netherlands | 2 | 8.3% |
United Kingdom | 2 | 8.3% |
Singapore | 1 | 4.2% |
Thailand | 1 | 4.2% |
Austria | 1 | 4.2% |
Sweden | 1 | 4.2% |
Republic of Korea | 1 | 4.2% |
Romania | 1 | 4.2% |
India | 1 | 4.2% |
Switzerland | 1 | 4.2% |
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