How to Add Witness Signature in DocuSign
To add a witness signature in DocuSign, follow these steps:
- Start a new document by clicking 'Start'.
- Click 'Upload' and select 'Desktop'.
- Enter the email addresses of the primary signer.
- Select '+Add recipient'.
- Add the witness as a separate recipient.
- Click the drop-down arrow.
- Select 'Signs with Witness'.
- To have a witnessed signing, you add a witness group as a recipient.
- Click 'Next' to enter the document editor.
- Drag and drop signature fields for both the signer(s) and the witness onto the document where appropriate.
- Click 'Preview'.
- The witness will receive an email to sign the document after the primary signer(s) have completed their part.
- The signer will review and fill in the witness details when they open the envelope. When the signer finishes signing, witnesses receive an email notification asking them to witness the signer's signature.