Summary: This guide provides three distinct methods for formatting Tithely Forms to capture a respondent's acceptance, an unofficial digital signature, or an official, legally-compliant signature, as there is no official built-in "digital signature" field.
Before You Begin
- There is no official "digital signature" field on Tithely Forms.
- You must use existing form fields (Checkbox, Text Field, or File Field) to simulate or capture a signature/acceptance.
Step-by-Step Instructions
To Get Respondent's Approval or Acceptance
1. Add a Checkbox field to your form.
2. Leave the Label field blank.
3. Enter the approval text (e.g., "I agree to the terms and conditions outlined above") into the Option field. [This clearly indicates acceptance when checked.]
To Get Respondent's Unofficial Digital Signature
1. Add a Text Field to your form.
2. Label the text field "Electronic Signature."
3. Add a Section Description field above (or below) the Text Field.
4. Enter text into the Section Description explaining that typing their name serves as their electronic signature/acceptance.
To Get Respondent's Official Signature (File Upload)
1. Add a Section Description field to your form.
2. Enter instructions into the Section Description field (e.g., "Please download, print, sign, and re-upload this document").
3. Add a File field to your form. [This allows the respondent to upload the scanned or photographed signed document for submission.]
Troubleshooting & FAQs
- Which method is best for legal compliance? The third method (Official Signature with a File upload) is generally the most recommended process for capturing a legally viable signature, as it includes a physical document signed by the respondent.
- Why can't I just use a Text Field for an official signature? Simply typing a name into a Text Field is generally considered an unofficial digital signature and may not hold up to official or contractual standards.
- How can I make the approval text stand out? Utilize the Section Description field in method 3 to provide more context and instructions, which helps ensure the respondent understands what they are approving.