A few months ago I was preparing documents for research on the effect of DBT skills training on people with emotional dysregulation. All documentation had to be digital, including informed consents. So I decided to use it to request the signature of the participants from their devices. With this application I was able to do it in a matter of seconds and thus be able to focus on more important aspects of my research. Since then, Smallpdf has been one of the indispensable applications in my workflow as a clinical psychologist and editor at .
How to sign documents online with Smallpdf
Smallpdf is a robust online application available for all platforms (iOS, Android and Windows) with which you can create and request safe and protected under international legal standards. You can also add text, initials, date and check boxes.
To create the digital signature you only have to upload the document you want to sign. Then you can sign it with the trackpad, with the mouse or you can even upload an image or photo of your signature. Either option works very well. Once the document is ready you can request and even indicate where other people should sign. To do this you just have to add their emails and they will receive a signature request notification. Very easy.
What I like most about Smallpdf is that the entire process takes place in the cloud, so you don’t have to ask people to download extra applications.
You can use Smallpdf completely free in its trial version for 7 days and then you can upgrade to the monthly or annual plan. If your job requires frequent signature requests, I recommend upgrading to the annual plan so you can save $36.