DocuSign eSignature Solution

Basic DocuSign roles

When a new DocuSign account is created, user roles default to Sender, which is suitable for most users. If you need to create PowerForms you can request your access level be updated to Forms Manager after your account is created.

• Sender role can create/send envelopes or templates. These are the two most common ways to configure files for electronic signature.
• Signers can sign documents, create and save signatures, and track the routing status of workflows in which they are identified as recipients.
• Forms Manager role can create PowerForms (and also have all the access listed above for Senders), which allows templates to be converted into a form that can be embedded in emails or webpages.

Are DocuSign's electronic signatures legally binding?

DocuSign eSignatures are valid and legally binding across the globe and in use in 188 countries around the world. In fact, they offer industry-leading levels of eSignature enforceability and help you comply with the U.S. federal ESIGN Act and UETA Act, as well as many other international laws and statutes including components of the European Directive 1999/93 EC on a Community Framework for Electronic Signatures, including the UK Electronic Communication Act.

Are DocuSign's electronic signatures secure?

DocuSign eSignatures offer bank-grade security and operations. Each electronic signature is unique, documentable, encrypted, and tamper-evident. DocuSign guarantees the confidentiality of all transactions and provides multi-faceted verification of signing events.

Are DocuSign's electronic signatures available outside of the U.S.?

DocuSign is the global standard for Digital Transaction Management with millions of users in hundreds of countries around the world. Send a document from Paris, sign it in Tokyo or San Francisco and close business in minutes. With DocuSign, you can sign in any time zone, anywhere business takes you.

What languages does DocuSign support?

DocuSign offers 13 sending languages (including U.S. English) and the ability to sign documents in 43 localized languages.

Can I use DocuSign eSignatures on my smartphone or tablet?

With DocuSign's mobile app you can prepare and send documents for signature, complete in-person signing, and get instant visibility into your document status directly from your smartphone or tablet. DocuSign mobile clients are available worldwide in Apple's iOS App Store, Google Play, Windows Phone, and Windows stores.

Are digital signatures the same as electronic signatures?

An electronic signature, or e-signature, is an electronic indication of intent to agree to or approve the contents of a document. A digital signature is a type of electronic signature. Digital signatures are based on a specific technology that enables users to ensure the authenticity of the signer and to trust that a signature is valid through the use of digital certificates and a public and private key pair.

DocuSign is the only Digital Signature Certification Authority who is a signatory to the Federal ESIGN Act of 2000 and the only Electronic Signature tool that is accepted as a Digital Signature Certification Authority by the California Secretary of State.

Submit this form to get a campus DocuSign account or connect with the DocuSign team on advanced topics.

DocuSign is available in a self-service model with Training and Support from IT Services. We strongly recommend training for any Form Managers, template senders and workflow managers.

If you would like to schedule a training session, send an email to DocuSign@ucsd.edu.

DocuSign Training Videos for Signers

• How to Sign a Document

DocuSign Training Videos for Senders

• Sending documents
• Create a Template
• Working with Templates
• Sending Envelopes using a Template
• PowerForm Overview

DocuSign Tips

• Drag and Drop Fields Types of Fields
• Add Fields
• Field Properties
• Required vs. Optional Fields
• Read-Only Fields
• Conditional Logic
• Envelope Custom Fields
• Envelopes Start an Envelope  
• Sharing Envelopes
• Save as a Template
• Resend Envelopes 
• Correct Envelopes
• Envelope Status
• Managing Envelopes
• Templates General Template info 
• Creating Templates
• Video-Sharing Templates
• Video Download/Upload Templates
• Other actions

After reviewing the training videos and tips, if you feel the need to schedule a DocuSign training session send an email to DocuSign@ucsd.edu.