Step-by-Step Guide

How to Send Contracts Online
in 3 Simple Steps

ShockSign makes it easy to send, sign, and track contracts online. No printing, no scanning, no faxing — just fast, legally binding agreements.

No credit card required. Send your first contract in minutes.

Send a Contract in 3 Steps

From upload to signed — the entire process takes just a few minutes.

1

Upload Your Contract

Upload a PDF, Word document, or create a contract from scratch using our built-in editor. ShockSign supports all major file formats so you can start with whatever you have.

2

Add Signers & Fields

Enter each signer's email address, set the signing order, and drag-and-drop signature fields, date fields, initials, and text boxes exactly where you need them.

3

Send & Track in Real Time

Hit send and your signers receive an instant email notification. Track who has viewed, signed, or is still pending. Every action is logged in a tamper-proof audit trail.

Why Businesses Send Contracts with ShockSign

More than just sending — ShockSign gives you everything you need to manage contracts with confidence.

Legally Binding

Every signature is compliant with ESIGN, UETA, and eIDAS regulations, giving your contracts the same legal standing as wet-ink signatures.

Faster Turnaround

Contracts that used to take days by mail or fax now get signed in minutes. On average, ShockSign documents are completed within 24 hours.

Complete Audit Trail

Every contract includes a detailed certificate of completion with timestamps, IP addresses, and signer authentication records.

Template Library

Save your most-used contracts as reusable templates. Populate fields automatically and send recurring agreements in seconds.

Mobile Friendly

Signers can review and sign contracts from any device — phone, tablet, or desktop. No app download required.

Bank-Level Encryption

Your documents are protected with AES-256 encryption at rest and TLS 1.3 in transit. Your data never leaves our secure infrastructure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about sending contracts online.

Yes. Electronic signatures are legally binding in over 180 countries. In the United States, the ESIGN Act and UETA provide federal and state-level recognition. In the European Union, the eIDAS regulation governs electronic signatures. ShockSign complies with all of these frameworks, ensuring your contracts hold up in court.

Most users send their first contract in under 2 minutes. Simply upload your document, add your signers' email addresses, place signature fields, and hit send. If you use templates, it can take as little as 30 seconds for recurring agreements.

Absolutely. ShockSign is fully responsive and works on any modern mobile browser. You can upload documents, add signers, and send contracts directly from your phone or tablet without downloading an app.

ShockSign supports PDF (.pdf), Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), and rich text formats. You can also create contracts from scratch using our built-in document editor with pre-made clause blocks and formatting tools.

Yes. ShockSign uses AES-256 encryption for documents at rest and TLS 1.3 for data in transit. All signing sessions are authenticated, and every document includes a tamper-proof audit trail with RFC 3161 trusted timestamps. We follow SOC 2 practices and never share your data with third parties.

Start Sending Contracts in Minutes

Join thousands of businesses that trust ShockSign for fast, secure, and legally binding contracts.