Adobe Sign lets you securely sign, initial and fill out electronic documents instead of paper ones. All UofL employees can use Adobe Sign to send, sign and manage documents online, saving time and streamlining approvals. This guide explains how to get started, who can use it and why it’s a secure, legally binding solution for campus workflows.

Adobe Sign: How to Use Electronic Signatures at UofL

 

Before You Begin

• You need an active UofL email address (userID@louisville.edu) and password.
• Access to Office365 is required to request an Adobe Sign account for sending documents.
• No account is needed to sign documents — only to send or create them.

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Objective or Task

Set up and use Adobe Sign to send, sign and manage electronic documents securely at the University of Louisville.

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Instructions

1. Request an Adobe Sign Account

   • Go to the Adobe Sign Account Request Form. 
   • Enter your UofL email and password.
   • Submit the form to activate your account for sending documents.

2. Sign a Document

   • Open the document sent to your email.
   • Click the link to review the document in Adobe Sign.
   • Sign, initial or fill in required fields as prompted.
   • Click Finish to complete the signing process.

3. Send a Document for Signature

   • Log in to Adobe Sign with your UofL credentials.
   • Upload the document you want signed.
   • Add recipient email addresses.
   • Specify signing order if needed.
   • Click Send to route the document for electronic signatures.

4. Access Tutorials and Support

   • Visit https://helpx.adobe.com/sign/tutorials.html for video guides and FAQs.
   • Use the https://louisville.edu/its/helpdesk for technical issues with your UofL account.

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Outcome

After completing these steps, you will be able to send, sign and manage electronic documents securely and efficiently. Adobe Sign ensures your documents are routed for approval, signed electronically and stored with a secure audit trail.

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Further Readings

• https://helpx.adobe.com/sign/tutorials.html
• https://www.adobe.com/sign/legal/esign-act.html

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Need Additional Help?

• Contact the ITS HelpDesk: Call 502-852-7997 during business hours:
  • Monday through Thursday: 6:00am – 10:00pm
  • Friday: 6:00am – 5:00pm
  • Saturday: 7:00am – 5:00pm
  • Sunday: 10:00am – 10:00pm
  • University Holidays: 7:00am – 5:00pm
  • Closed on Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
  • If you have an emergency during off hours, call the HelpDesk to be transferred to an on-call technician, or leave your request on voicemail. Your call will be returned the next day starting at 7am unless you specify a time.
• Live Chat: Chat with the ITS HelpDesk at https://apps.louisville.edu/it/livechat/phplive.php during business hours.
• Submit a Ticket: Use the self-service portal at http://service.louisville.edu to log requests or check the status of existing tickets.
• In-Person Support: Visit the iTechConnect 1:1 help located on the lower level of the Miller Information Technology Center, Belknap Campus, during business hours.