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Signature envelope
Definition
A signature envelope is the logical container grouping one or more documents to be signed, the list of signatories, the positioned signature fields, and the configuration of the workflow. On Certyneo, each envelope has its own lifecycle (draft, sent, pending, signed, refused, expired) and a time-stamped audit trail.
Frequently asked questions
What is a signature envelope?
It is the logical container that groups one or more documents to be signed, the list of signers, the placed signature fields, and the workflow configuration.
What does a signature envelope contain on Certyneo?
Each envelope has its own lifecycle — draft, sent, pending, signed, declined, expired — and a timestamped audit trail.
Can an envelope contain several documents and several signers?
Yes — an envelope groups one or more documents together with all associated signers, their signature fields, and the order defined by the workflow.
What statuses can a signature envelope go through?
An envelope moves through the statuses draft, sent, pending, signed, declined, or expired, with every change logged in its audit trail.
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