Help & Support

Everything you need to know about creating professional digital signatures with NeatSign

Getting Started

Welcome to NeatSign!

NeatSign offers two ways to create digital signatures: our web-based signature creator and our Chrome extension. Both are free, secure, and work entirely locally - no registration required, no data stored on our servers.

🧩 NEW: Chrome Extension

Sign forms directly on any website! Right-click and select "Add Signature" to instantly create and insert your signature into web forms.

✨ Extension Benefits:

  • • Works on ANY website
  • • No file downloads needed
  • • Right-click convenience
  • • Zero data collection

🌐 Perfect For:

  • • Government forms
  • • Banking documents
  • • Job applications
  • • Online contracts

Quick Start Guide

1

Visit NeatSign

Navigate to the homepage and explore the signature creation interface

2

Choose Your Method

Select between Draw (freehand) or Type (text-based) signature creation

3

Create Signature

Use the canvas to draw or enter your name for a typed signature

4

Customize

Adjust colors, thickness, fonts, and background to match your style

5

Download & Copy

Copy to clipboard or save as PNG/SVG files to your device

6

Use Everywhere

Insert your signature into documents, emails, forms, and contracts

Chrome Extension

🚀 Installation Guide

1

Visit Chrome Web Store

Search for "NeatSign Extension" or follow our direct link

2

Add to Chrome

Click "Add to Chrome" and confirm when prompted

3

Start Signing

Right-click on any webpage and select "Add Signature"

How to Use the Extension

Step-by-Step:

  1. Navigate to any website with a form
  2. Right-click anywhere on the page
  3. Select "Add Signature" from the menu
  4. Draw or type your signature in the popup
  5. Click "Insert Signature" when done
  6. Your signature appears in the form field

Works On:

  • • Government forms and applications
  • • Banking and financial documents
  • • Job applications and HR forms
  • • Insurance claim forms
  • • Contract and legal documents
  • • Any website with input fields

Troubleshooting Tips

"Add Signature" option doesn't appear:

  • • Ensure the extension is enabled in chrome://extensions/
  • • Try refreshing the webpage
  • • Right-click directly on or near form fields

Signature doesn't insert properly:

  • • Click directly in the input field first
  • • Some forms may require specific image formats
  • • Try refreshing and signing again

Extension icon is grayed out:

  • • This is normal - use the right-click menu instead
  • • Click the icon for usage instructions

Privacy & Security

  • Zero data collection: Your signatures are never stored or transmitted
  • Local processing: Everything happens in your browser
  • No account required: Start using immediately after installation
  • Minimal permissions: Only accesses pages when you use the signature feature
  • No tracking: We don't monitor your browsing activity

Creating Signatures

Draw Method

  • • Use your mouse, trackpad, or finger to draw
  • • Click and drag to create smooth lines
  • • Adjust line thickness for better appearance
  • • Take your time for a natural look
  • • Use the clear button to start over

Type Method

  • • Enter your full name in the text field
  • • Choose from elegant handwriting fonts
  • • Preview updates in real-time
  • • Perfect for consistent, professional look
  • • Ideal for formal documents

💡 Pro Tips for Better Signatures

  • • For drawn signatures: Write at a comfortable speed, not too fast or slow
  • • Use a consistent writing style throughout your signature
  • • Consider your signature's intended use (formal vs casual documents)
  • • Test different color and thickness combinations
  • • Create multiple versions for different purposes

Customization Options

Color Options

Popular Colors:

  • • Black (#000000) - Most professional and universal
  • • Dark Blue (#1e40af) - Professional alternative
  • • Dark Green (#166534) - Unique but professional
  • • Custom colors - Match your brand or preference

Best Practices:

  • • Use darker colors for better visibility
  • • Avoid very light colors on white backgrounds
  • • Consider the document background color
  • • Test printing in black and white

Line Thickness

Thin (1-2px)

Best for detailed signatures and formal documents

Medium (3-4px)

Good balance for most use cases

Thick (5-8px)

Bold look for emphasis and visibility

Background Options

  • Transparent: Perfect for overlaying on any document
  • White: Clean look for colored document backgrounds
  • Custom Color: Match specific brand or document requirements

Downloading & Using Your Signature

Download Process

  1. Create and customize your signature
  2. Choose your preferred format: Copy to clipboard, PNG, or SVG
  3. For downloads, choose your save location
  4. Your signature is ready to use!

Output Format Options

📋 Copy to Clipboard:

  • • Instantly paste into any application
  • • Perfect for quick document insertion
  • • Works with email, Word, Google Docs, and more
  • • No file management needed

🖼️ PNG Format Benefits:

  • • High quality with transparent background support
  • • Compatible with all major applications
  • • Perfect for Word, PDF, email signatures
  • • Maintains crisp quality when resized
  • • Works on both digital and printed documents

⚡ SVG Format Benefits:

  • • Vector format - infinitely scalable without quality loss
  • • Smallest file size for simple signatures
  • • Perfect for web use and high-resolution displays
  • • Editable in vector graphics software
  • • Ideal for logos and branding materials

Common Use Cases

Digital Documents

  • • PDF contracts and forms
  • • Word documents
  • • Google Docs
  • • PowerPoint presentations
  • • Online forms and applications

Communication

  • • Email signatures
  • • Business correspondence
  • • Digital letterheads
  • • Social media bios
  • • Website signatures

Troubleshooting

Common Issues & Solutions

❌ Drawing doesn't work on my device

Possible causes:

  • • Outdated browser
  • • Touch device calibration issues
  • • JavaScript disabled

Solutions:

  • • Update your browser to the latest version
  • • Try using the "Type" method instead
  • • Enable JavaScript in your browser settings
  • • Try a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)

⚠️ Signature looks pixelated or blurry

Solutions:

  • • Draw more slowly for smoother lines
  • • Use a thicker line setting
  • • Make your signature larger on the canvas
  • • Try the "Type" method for crisp text

ℹ️ Download button doesn't work

Solutions:

  • • Check your browser's download settings
  • • Allow pop-ups for NeatSign.com
  • • Try right-clicking and "Save as..."
  • • Clear browser cache and try again

✅ Signature appears too small/large in documents

Solutions:

  • • Resize the image in your document editor
  • • Create a new signature with different proportions
  • • Most applications allow you to resize after inserting
  • • Aim for 200-400 pixels wide for most documents

Frequently Asked Questions

💰

Is NeatSign really free?

Yes! NeatSign is completely free to use. There are no hidden fees, subscriptions, or premium features. You can create unlimited signatures without any cost.

🔒

Do you store my signature data?

No, we don't store any signature data. Everything happens in your browser locally. Your signatures are created and downloaded directly on your device without being sent to our servers.

⚖️

Are NeatSign signatures legally binding?

NeatSign creates graphical signatures for general use. Legal validity depends on your jurisdiction and the specific use case. For legally binding electronic signatures, consult with legal professionals or use certified e-signature platforms.

💼

Can I use my signature commercially?

Yes! You retain full ownership of signatures you create. You can use them for personal, professional, or commercial purposes without any restrictions.

🌐

What browsers are supported?

NeatSign works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser.

🎨

Can I create multiple signature styles?

Absolutely! You can create as many different signature styles as you need. Try different colors, fonts, and methods to have signatures for different purposes (formal documents, casual emails, etc.).

📱

Does NeatSign work on mobile devices?

Yes! NeatSign is fully responsive and works great on smartphones and tablets. You can draw signatures with your finger or use the type method for mobile-friendly signature creation.

📄

What file formats are supported?

NeatSign offers three output options: Copy to clipboard for instant pasting, PNG files with transparent backgrounds for universal compatibility, and SVG files for scalable vector graphics. All formats work great for documents, emails, and forms.

✏️

Can I edit my signature after downloading?

Once downloaded, the signature is a static image file. If you need changes, simply return to NeatSign and create a new version with your desired modifications.

📶

Does the Chrome extension work offline?

Yes! The Chrome extension works completely offline. Once installed, you can create and insert signatures without an internet connection since all processing happens locally in your browser.

🏦

Can I use the extension on secure banking websites?

The extension works on most websites, including many secure sites. However, some highly secure banking or government websites may block extension functionality for security reasons. In such cases, use our web-based signature creator instead.

💬

I need help with something not covered here

If you have questions not covered in this guide, please contact us at [email protected]. We're happy to help and continuously improve our service based on user feedback.