What is Etch e-sign free?
Anvil Etch is our very own e-signature solution. Etch e-sign free is the free version of our signature tool available without usage limitations. Unlike other e-signature tools, this is not a free trial and we don’t limit you to X number of signature requests each month.
With Etch e-sign free, you’ll never have to worry about paying for legally binding signatures again! Just upload your filled out document (with blank fields for signatures, initials and dates) then add up to two signers using the Etch interface. We take care of the rest!
Why are we doing this?
2020 has made apparent the need for digital transformation in businesses of all shapes and sizes. A large part of doing business is the management of documents and contracts. With social distancing measures, lockdowns, and other pandemic precautions, physically meeting to formalize an agreement is no longer prudent.
Additionally, we’ve seen first hand the struggle that small businesses have faced across the country during the pandemic. Through our participation in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan process, we’ve been able to assist over 3,000 businesses in receiving financial support. Specifically, the Anvil workflow platform and our Etch e-sign solution allowed for an intuitive, secure, and quick application process.
At Anvil, we strive to accelerate the rate of digital transformation by providing tools that help everyone conduct business seamlessly on the internet. Having seen the successful impact of Etch e-sign, we decided to develop the free and accessible version for all Anvil users.
Are Etch e-sign signatures binding?
Yes! You can confirm the legitimacy of Etch e-sign free signatures by downloading a signed document and opening it in Adobe Acrobat. Through Adobe’s secure and trusted chain of certificates, Anvil is able to provide legally recognized signatures for all.
Besides being free, why is Etch e-sign free better than its competitors?
First of all, it will always be free. We do not limit the number of signature requests you can make each month using our free service. Even if you were to subscribe to Anvil’s paid plans and send a signature request using Etch e-sign free, that request will remain free.
Beyond that, we have a couple of other reasons for why our platform is better. 😀
- Simplicity - So easy, you can use it without an IT department. When all you need is a signature on a document, you don’t want to deal with a tool that requires a degree in computer science in order to understand. You also don’t want to spend time navigating endless features and options just to set up the signature request.
- Mobile Friendly - The mobile Etch e-signing experience is just as quick and easy to use as the desktop version.
- Integrations - Anvil Etch e-sign is part of the Anvil suite of digital transformation products. Although we are launching a free, standalone signature product today, imagine a world where all of your paperwork processes can be automated, end-to-end. That is possible with Anvil workflows + Anvil Etch.
So...how does Anvil make money?
Great question. We make money when you decide to unlock premium features that help you run your business like a boss:
- More than 2 signers on a document
- Multiple team member collaboration
- Detailed audit logs
- Search
During this initial launch phase, we are making many of these features available at no extra charge, but we do anticipate charging for these features in the future.
We also have other productivity tools that are part of our PDF and paperwork automation platform. When used together, they provide powerful and flexible building blocks that help you run an efficient, digital-first, business.
Get Started
To help you get started, here is a short video demonstrating Anvil Etch:
Ready to start requesting e-signatures? Head over to www.useanvil.com/products/etch-free-e-signatures/
If you have questions or comments on Etch e-sign free, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at support@useanvil.com.
If you would like to unlock premium features, or discuss a high volume plan, please contact us at sales@useanvil.com.