What is included in Foxit eSign Pro?

Legally Binding eSignatures – Meets ESIGN, UETA and eIDAS signing standards.
Reusable Templates – Store up to 50 recurring agreement layouts.
Audit Trails – Timestamped event logs and Certificates of Completion.
Signer Authentication – Knowledge-based authentication plus two-factor and multi-factor options.
Bulk Sending – Send one agreement to many recipients simultaneously.
Core Capacity – 500 envelopes per licensed user, 50 templates.
Important – PDF editing, OCR and redaction require Foxit PDF Editor.

What are the main benefits of Foxit eSign Pro?

Foxit eSign Pro is a browser-based electronic signature service for preparing, sending, tracking and archiving signed agreements. It is a signing platform, not a PDF editor, and runs in the cloud rather than as installed desktop software.

Compliance Coverage – Supports HIPAA, FERPA, FINRA and 21 CFR Part 11 workflows.
Higher Envelope Quota – 500 envelopes instead of 250 on Essentials.
Custom Branding – Apply your logo and colours to signature requests.
Mixed File Input – Upload DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, RTF, TXT and PNG.
Mobile Signing – Prepare and sign from iOS or Android.
Payment Collection – Collect money at signing through Foxit Pay.

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What does Foxit eSign Pro actually do?

It turns a finished document into a routed signing workflow: you upload the file, drag signature, date and data fields onto it, add signers in order, and send the envelope for completion. Each envelope produces a tamper-evident audit trail with signer metadata, timestamps and IP addresses, plus a Certificate of Completion attached to the signed file. Input files do not have to be PDFs — DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX, PPT, PPTX, CSV, TXT, RTF and PNG are accepted and converted for signing. In practice this replaces the print-sign-scan-email loop that HR and contract admins repeat dozens of times per week.

Does Foxit eSign Pro include PDF editing or OCR?

No. Foxit eSign and Foxit PDF Editor are two separate products with separate licences, so text editing, redaction and OCR text recognition are not part of the eSign plan. This matters when a scanned contract arrives as an image: eSign will place signature fields on it, but the underlying text stays unsearchable and cannot be corrected before sending. If your workflow involves fixing typos, redacting personal data or making scans searchable, budget for Foxit PDF Editor alongside eSign. Buyers who only need to route already-final documents for signature will not miss it.

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What is the difference between Foxit eSign and Foxit eSign Pro?

The main differences are the envelope quota, the template library size and access to team-oriented features. The entry plan covers 250 envelopes and 10 reusable templates, while Pro raises this to 500 envelopes and 50 templates per licensed user, and adds custom branding and bulk sending. Note that the template count on Pro is capped at 50, so agencies maintaining a separate template per client will eventually hit that ceiling. API access and the Salesforce connector are sold as separate add-ons rather than being bundled into Pro.

Who is Foxit eSign Pro best suited for?

It fits small teams in regulated or paperwork-heavy sectors that send a steady, predictable volume of agreements — roughly one to two envelopes per working day per user. Knowledge-based authentication is the deciding factor for IRS forms, banking documents and 21 CFR Part 11 records, where a plain email-link signature would not satisfy an auditor. Real estate offices, clinics and HR departments benefit most, because the same lease, intake form or offer letter can be saved as a template and reused instead of rebuilt each time. Teams sending hundreds of contracts a month will run into the 500-envelope ceiling and should look at the unlimited-envelope Business tier instead.

How secure are documents in Foxit eSign Pro?

Documents are protected with 256-bit encryption and stored under a SOC 2 Type 2 audited environment, with two-factor and multi-factor authentication available for signer identity checks. Every signed file carries a tamper-evident seal, so any later modification breaks the seal and is visible to anyone opening the document. The audit record logs each event with a timestamp and IP address, which is the evidence you produce if a signer later disputes that they signed. Note that this is a hosted cloud service — there is no on-premises or Windows Server deployment option for organisations that require documents to stay inside their own infrastructure.

What should users check before choosing Foxit eSign Pro?

Check three things: your realistic envelope volume against the 500 limit, how many distinct templates you need against the 50-template cap, and whether any integration you depend on is included or sold separately. The Salesforce connector and API access are both priced as add-ons, so a CRM-driven signing process will cost more than the base plan suggests. Also confirm whether you need document preparation tools, since eSign cannot edit or redact source files. If all your agreements are already final PDFs and you send them one at a time, the base capabilities cover the whole workflow.

Frequently asked questions about Foxit eSign Pro

Do signers need their own Foxit account?

Recipients sign through an emailed link and do not need a paid licence of their own. Only the sender preparing and dispatching envelopes needs an assigned licence.

Can documents be signed in person or offline?

Yes. In-person signing lets a signer complete the document on your own device, which suits counter or on-site scenarios. An offline mode allows preparing, signing and managing documents without a connection, syncing and sending once you are back online.

Which languages can signers use?

The signing interface supports 16 languages, so international recipients see instructions in their own language. The document content itself is not translated — only the signing interface and notification emails adapt.

Does it work with Foxit PDF Editor?

Yes. With a Foxit PDF Editor licence you can prepare a file and send it for signature from the eSign tab without leaving the editor, and track status under Document Status. Each signature request sent this way consumes one envelope from your quota.

Is remote online notarization available?

On-demand notary is available through the NotaryLive integration but is charged separately from the plan. It applies to documents that legally require a notary, such as certain affidavits and property paperwork.