In-Person Signing
With BoldSign’s in-person signing, you can meet your client, pull out your phone or tablet, and guide them to a legally binding eSignature in minutes.
Trusted by 50,000+ businesses worldwide
How in-person signing works
A simple flow to set up, guide, and complete the signing while meeting in person.
STEP 1
Create the document
Prepare your document in BoldSign and add the fields needed for signing.
STEP 2
Assign a host
Choose the person who will guide the signer during the in-person session.
STEP 3
Collect the signature in-person
The host starts the session and hands the device to the signer to review and sign.
Key capabilities
BoldSign provides a secure, efficient in‑person signing experience without any
technical setup.
Shared device signing
Collect signatures on a single device during your in-person interaction.
No account needed
Signers can complete the process instantly without creating an account or logging in.
Secure and compliant
Every in-person signature is protected with robust security and legal compliance.
Detailed audit trail
Every action is time‑stamped, giving you full visibility and legal assurance.
Real-time tracking
Monitor signing status in real time for complete visibility into each step.
Works across all devices
Desktop, tablet, and mobile support for flexible signing anywhere.
Legally Valid.
Fully Secure.
Always Compliant.
BoldSign meets top global standards like SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. Every signature is legally enforceable under the ESIGN Act, eIDAS, and global laws. With AES-256 encryption, your data stays protected from start to finish.
A quick look at in-person signing
Watch a short video that showcases the in‑person signing flow.
When to use in-person signing
Here are real‑world moments where signing on the spot saves time and prevents drop‑off.
Close deals before you leave the room
Have the customer review and sign the agreement during the meeting so the deal doesn’t stall in inbox follow‑ups.
Start work with signed approval
Get work orders or service agreements signed on‑site before work starts, reducing delays and disputes.
Capture consent on the spot
Ideal for clinics, events, and onboarding: collect waivers and consent forms in minutes on a shared device, then automatically send a copy.
See it in action
Book a quick live walkthrough of BoldSign’s in‑person signing flow, from host setup to a completed, legally binding signature on a shared device.
Don't take our word for it.
Check out our reviews on G2 to see what customers have to say about BoldSign.
Exactly what I needed for API-based proposals
I needed a way to send and manage proposals programmatically through my web app without manual steps in between. BoldSign's API made that possible and the implementation was straightforward enough that I could get it working quickly without a lot of headaches.
Michael P.
Posted on May 8, 2026
Seamless Signatures with BoldSign, Highly Recommended
BoldSign solves not receiving necessary signatures in a timely manner, especially for customers without a printer or scanner. It provides a seamless way to collect signatures and perform work.
Ashly T.
Posted on May 13, 2026
Seamless Transition and Stellar Support with BoldSign
BoldSign offers affordable
e-signatures with an unlimited signature pricing plan and excellent customer support, providing full feature parity without a premium price tag. It's proactive in support and cost-effective compared to our previous use of DocuSign.
Robert B.
Posted on May 27, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
In-person signing is the process of collecting a digital signature in person using a phone, tablet, or computer.
No. Signers can sign directly on the host’s device without logging in.
The host starts the session, guides the signer, and hands over the device only for the signing step. Once the signer completes their part, control returns to the host to end the session.
No, email is optional. You can add just the signer’s name and initiate the signing session on your device.
Yes. You can add multiple in-person signers and collect each signature one after another in a single session.
Yes, an internet connection is required to initiate and complete the signing process.
Yes, desktops, tablets, and mobile phones are supported.
In-person signing is available to paid BoldSign users. Check the pricing page for more details.
Yes. Once the session is completed, signers automatically receive a copy of the signed document by email.
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