DottedSign Review

PROS: In my opinion, the best features are the ones that allow me to track the signing progress. I like that I can see the exact time when each signature was assed. There's also a reminding feature that works pretty well. I find it important in terms of dealing with expirations, bank deadlines or other time limits. I know that this isn't the only platform that provides such functions, but I enjoy this particular app nonetheless. Also, there's an ability to operate with deleted files - hide them, recover them or delete permanently. This is very useful especially if you want to recover some files you have already deleted from all the other places.

CONS: The Android app is a little buggy, I think it could operate quicker in general. By buggy I don't mean that it crushes all the time, but it is a little slow, unlike the website version. Although, both of the versions have nice interface, so it's probably a matter of time for the Android app to operate a bit better.

PROS: After using this software for some time, I'm finding the platform quite useful and some tools/functions are pretty convenient. I think the creators care about their users' comfort and try to meet their needs. I particularly like the ability to track the process of signing, simple UI, an ability to print the documents with signatures instantly or download it from the application or the website version of the platform. Besides, if you have a small company it is possible to use the free version of the platform, which will be sufficient if you don't need to add more than three assignees.

CONS: It takes some time to open a document in the website version of the platform. Even when you have already loaded and edited it and just want to check something, it still will be opening for a minute or so, especially if the document is large. It's okey in general, just a little annoying sometimes.

PROS: I call this app my personal assistant since it helps me with handling some aspects of my job that can be a bit tricky. I really like that when I open the app, I see the progress of the signing process. It comes in handy when there are a lot of things going on and it's hand to keep track of them otherwise. This function allows me to just send the signing tasks and not worry about having to constantly remind the signees - the app does it for me. All I have to do is to set reminders and focus on something else. It's nice having all the necessary tools for keeping contracts and documents in order easily accessible.

CONS: When opening the list of drafts and choosing one of the files, sometimes it takes several attempts to open one. The opening process is shown on the screen, but then the list menu appears again and nothing happens. I'd like this problem to be solved ASAP.

PROS: I really like the fact that a user can sign a document without the necessity of having an account. It's not a problem for me, but since I send invitations to sign documents to different people, and not all of them have accounts with e-signature applications, it is a significant issue. Actually, I started using the software after I was invited to sign a document via email and completed the task within 2 minutes, which was also convenient, not just fast. The simplicity of this software is what makes it so useful. Also, the UI is nice and comfortable.

CONS: The website version usually works without any bugs, but the Android mobile version is not good. It has happened to me several times when I'd create a new document and want both parties to sign it, but I can't send them an invitation. It keeps saving and no invitations to sign the documents arise. It's not always like that, but I wish no such problem occured at all.

PROS: Several features of the platform come in really handy. I like that I can make drafts of files in the application, edit and work on them and all the data will automatically synchronize with all my devices. It's especially useful when I'm working on the desktop version of the application and then go somewhere taking only my smartphone with me, such as when I go out to lunch, for instance. I don't need to save anything, the app will do everything automatically.

CONS: As for me, everything works fine. I haven't experienced any problems in using both mobile and desktop versions of the app. Sometimes some insignificant bugs such somewhat of a slow upload process, but I'm usually not too bothered by it.

PROS: I like the features in DottedSign that help to save time. I think that the entire software is well-thought-out. For instance, you can save your signature there, as well as initials and various stamps. This really comes in handy when you're on your way somewhere or busy and don't have much time to start writing or scanning. Besides, there are other things that make the software so useful, such as an ability to remind your assignees to sign a document or about the expiration date.

CONS: Unfortunately, DottedSign only supports PDF format, and I often deal with Word documents at work, so I think this is my only complaint about the application's functionality. Of course, it would be great if the app supported other formats, but it is probably because the majority uses PDF anyways.

PROS: The application is quite convenient for the e-signing process. I think it is simple enough for newcomers to learn everything about the ins and outs without any issues. It was really hard to convince the entire company to start using e-signatures and electronic versions of documents, instead of printing and faxing them. In order for that to happen, there had to be a convenient platform which would be as easy-to-use as possible. Our CEO wasn't sure about the safety of the process, but so far we feel safe enough to send out sensitive documents and not worry about anything.

CONS: The app works quite well and I haven't noticed any problems with its functionality. Although it can be a bit slow during the document upload to the cloud, but other than that, I'm satisfied with it so far.

PROS: Apart from being a well-thought out and a fairly well-functioning platform, DottedSign is compatible with different operating systems. I consider this feature as one of the most important ones because I have to deal with people from all over the world, in terms of my work. It is really useful when they can use the platform on any device they want to. Also, since there’s a browser version, they don’t even have to download the app if they are not planning on using it long term

CONS: When I want to load a file to the app, sometimes I end up choosing a wrong file by mistake. When it happens, I want to be able to cancel the loading process, which doesn’t take that long anyways, but if I was able to do so, I could save a few moments, which wouldn’t be too bad

PROS: In my opinion, DottedSign is a good app in general. I'm not even sure what features specifically stand out for me. I like the simplicity of it, and that it contains quite a few useful features, like reminders for recipients, an ability to save your stamps and signatures, and the notifications that the app sends automatically to the assignees' e-mail addresses. These elements are designed well enough in order for a user not to get confused and be able to use the app without any problems.

CONS: Sometimes, when I'm working on a document's settings and have to step away for a moment, I close the app for some time. When I'm back to it, the document is already gone and I have to load it and set the settings all over again.

PROS: The best thing about DottedSign is that it is suitable for me and my colleagues that work in other offices of our company. It had to be a well-thought out software in order for many people to be satisfied with it. The taste differs quite a bit among the company's workers, so we couldn't agree on a single e-signature platform. This was before we were recommended to try DottedSign. I think it can be called an optimal app because it managed to meet everyone's needs. The best aspects that lured us in were the useful features, intuitive interface and favorable pricing terms.

CONS: When editing the document's settings, I have to confirm the changes on every stage and the app processes saving of the document every time I do it. I would rather make all the changes, and only after that confirm them and save the document. Although, not all of my colleagues agree with me on this, so I think it depends on personal requirements of each user.

PROS: I like DottedSign is a really multi-functional software. I can not only sign documents or ask other users to sign them, but can also set automatic reminders, an expiration date and track the signing process there. It helps me to organize my virtual workplace, which is especially relevant now when I have tons of different programs, each one of them fulfilling another function. It's a huge relief not to have to download a bunch of apps that all concern one matter.

CONS: Nothing really seems to be working poorly. I hope that the way DottedSign works now, it will continue to do so in the future. It seems to me that the creators did a good job.

PROS: When I first started using the e-signature platforms, I was surprised to find out that the signing process is absolutely safe since it's encrypted. That's why I like the safety measures that DottedSign takes. It was nice not only to know that the process in encrypted, but also to be able to set an additional one-time password which doesn't allow unwanted parties to get to my personal business. I should also mention that the UI of the software is really well-designed and also easy-to-use, which is a considerable reason for many clients who are not in the best relationships with technology, having the ability to use the software without any problems. Besides, there's good knowledge base in order for those who are struggling with some of the features to be able to understand how everything works.

CONS: The process of editing of the documents could work a little better. What I mean by this is that when saving the settings, I tap 'confirm' and it saves the settings for a bit, and then everything reverts back. After a few attempts, I got that the document is already saved and I can edit the settings again and tap the confirm button again, but at first I was confused about the 'confirm' option not to go away after the saving.

PROS: I really like the way DottedSign connects itself with my entire filing system. The entire platform can be called fully functional, but it’s just such a relief not to deal with all those permissions and passwords in order to connect the platform with my Google Drive, for instance. When I want to load a document from Google Drive, I don’t need to download the file to the storage of a smartphone or another gadget - the platform provides an ability to load it straight from the Drive.

CONS: I think the main functions are well-designed and there’s no issues in their usage, although some operations seem to take some time on processing, which might also be because of my smartphone, not necessarily because of the app itself.

PROS: I like the UI of DottedSign. For me it’s very important that a job-related platform looks simple and professional. The app meets this requirement and I can ask my clients to download it or use it through the browser without any problem. The look of the interface is what makes the first impression not only of the app itself, but also of my company that invites other parties to sign a document.

CONS: Sometimes, when I want to save a document after I load it into the app, it needs some time to process the request. After it has processed, it gets buggy - and I have to save it again after doing so just moments ago.

PROS: First of all, DottedSign offers its users a free package of functions, so I don’t have to buy a bigger one if I don’t need an extended version. Second of all, there’s a browser version of the platform so if I don’t have enough time to download the app to a new device, I can just open the website and that’s it. Besides, the whole idea of DottedSign is great as it is a huge time saver.

CONS: A small tutorial section on their website could be a little extended so that a new user could absorb information slower, and at a more convenient pace.