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Digital Signature for Wpforms Documentation

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If you need to collect signed contracts, consent forms, or agreements directly on your WordPress website, the Digital Signature for WPForms plugin makes it simple. In this guide, you’ll learn how to install the plugin, add a signature field to your form, and configure it for your needs.

What Is Digital Signature for WPForms?

Digital Signature for WPForms is a free WordPress plugin that adds a signature pad field to the WPForms form builder. Once added, visitors can draw their signature using a mouse, stylus, or finger — and the signature is saved automatically with the form submission.

Common use cases include:

  • Business contracts and service agreements
  • Client onboarding and consent forms
  • Employee or volunteer agreements
  • Event waivers and liability release forms
  • Legal documents requiring a verified signature

Requirements

  • WordPress 5.0 or higher
  • WPForms (free or pro) installed and active
  • PHP 7.2 or higher

Note: This plugin is an add-on for WPForms. WPForms (free or paid) must be installed and activated before you install this plugin.

Step 1 – Install the Plugin

You can install the plugin directly from the WordPress Plugin Directory in just a few clicks.

  1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
  2. Go to Plugins > Add New.
  3. In the search box, type Digital Signature for WPForms.
  4. Click Install Now on the plugin by Theme Funda.
  5. Once installed, click Activate.

Alternative – Manual Installation:

  1. Download the plugin .zip file from the WordPress Plugin Directory.
  2. Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
  3. Upload the .zip file and click Install Now.
  4. Click Activate after installation.

Step 2 – Open Your WPForm

  1. From your WordPress dashboard, go to WPForms > All Forms.
  2. Click Edit on an existing form, or click Add New to create a fresh form.

Step 3 – Add the Digital Signature Field

  1. Inside the WPForms form builder, look at the left-hand field panel.
  2. Scroll down to find the Digital Signature field.
  3. Drag and drop it into your form where you want it to appear.
  4. Click on the field to edit its label, description, or mark it as required.

You can add more than one signature field to the same form — useful when collecting signatures from multiple parties (e.g., client and service provider).

Step 4 – Save and Publish Your Form

  1. Click Save in the top-right corner of the form builder.
  2. Embed the form on any page or post using the WPForms block, shortcode, or widget.

Your visitors can now sign digitally when they submit the form.

How Signatures Work on the Front End

When a visitor reaches the signature field on your form, they will see a blank signature canvas. They can:

  • Draw their signature using a mouse on desktop
  • Sign with their finger or stylus on a touchscreen device
  • Clear and redo their signature using the built-in reset option

The signature is captured as an image and stored with the form entry in your WordPress database.

Signatures in Email Notifications

The captured signature image is automatically included in WPForms email notifications sent after a form is submitted. No additional setup is required — it works out of the box.

To verify or adjust your email notifications:

  1. Go to your form’s Settings > Notifications tab.
  2. Confirm that a notification is active and the recipient email is correct.
  3. Submit a test form entry to confirm the signature appears in the email.

Viewing Submitted Signatures

  1. Go to WPForms > Entries in your WordPress dashboard.
  2. Select your form from the list.
  3. Click on any entry to view the full submission, including the signature image.

Pro Version – Advanced Customization

The free version covers everything you need to collect signatures. If you need more control over the appearance of the signature pad, the Pro version adds:

  • Custom Canvas Width & Height — Resize the signature pad to fit your form layout
  • Background Color — Match the signature pad background to your brand or form design
  • Pen/Ink Color — Set a custom pen color for a polished, branded signing experience

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this plugin work with the free version of WPForms?

Yes. The Digital Signature field works with both WPForms Lite (free) and WPForms Pro.

Can I add multiple signature fields to one form?

Yes. You can add as many signature fields as needed on a single form. This is useful for agreements that require signatures from more than one party.

Does it work on mobile and tablets?

Yes. The signature canvas is fully responsive and supports touch input on smartphones and tablets.

Is the signature stored securely?

Yes. Signature data is saved with the form entry in your WordPress database, linked to the specific submission.

Are the signatures legally binding?

Electronic signatures are legally valid in many jurisdictions. However, legal requirements vary by country and use case. We recommend consulting a legal professional to confirm compliance for your specific situation.

How do I customize the size or color of the signature pad?

Size, background color, and pen color customization are available in the Pro version.

Conclusion

The Digital Signature for WPForms plugin is the easiest way to collect electronic signatures on your WordPress site without any coding. Install it in minutes, drag the field into your form, and start collecting signed agreements, contracts, and consent forms right away.

Download Digital Signature for WPForms free from the WordPress Plugin Directory, or upgrade to Pro for full customization options.