What it is
Dropbox Sign, formerly HelloSign, is a legally binding e-signature tool for sending, signing and tracking documents, with templates and an audit trail. It's part of Dropbox, and its API is designed for embedding signing inside other applications. It suits small businesses and teams that want something simpler than Docusign.
How to use it
- Send documents for signature with fields for each signer and automatic reminders.
- Create templates for contracts you send often.
- Embed signing in your app or website with the API.
- Save signed documents to Dropbox automatically.
What it's good for
- An accounting firm sending engagement letters to clients every month.
- A rental SaaS embedding lease signing in its platform through the API.
- A freelancer who signs occasionally and gets by on the free plan.
Pros
- Unlimited signature requests on paid plans
- API for embedded signing inside your own app
- Integrations with Dropbox, Google Workspace, HubSpot and Salesforce
- 30-day free trial on paid plans
Cons
- Fewer contract management features than Docusign
- The API is sold on separate plans from the app
- Custom branding and bulk send start at the Standard plan
