=== Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signature === 
Contributors: approveme
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Requires at least: 4.5
Tested up to: 7.0
Stable tag: 2.0.1
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html


Automatically require your Easy Digital Downloads customers to sign a legally binding contract before downloading your product. Easy to Use.



== Description ==

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


**Have you set up your page where your customers must sign a contract before they can buy and download the Easy Digital Downloads product you offer? You can make this go easier and smoother by using this plugin so that the contract is taken care of automatically whenever they purchase something. You don’t have to do a single thing.**


*Gather signatures automatically when customers buy downloads from the EDD online store with the Digital Signature for Easy Digital Downloads plugin and the [WP E-Signature] (https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads) business license.*

[vimeo https://vimeo.com/136494695]

**And, that’s only the beginning. Once your customers sign, here’s what follows:**

*Both you and the customer gets a PDF copy of their signed contract immediately*

*There’s no need for an outside website (signatures happen on your site)*

*You get a 100 percent legally binding signature on file that protect you and the customers, based on the UETA/ESIGN rules)*

###This Digital Signature add-on transforms your Easy Digital Downloads store into a court-approved document signing application. Best of all, there are no monthly fees and it can be used as many times as you need it to. This is great for people who want to automate their collection of signatures for their various documents:###

*New client/customer contracts*
*Terms of service agreements*
*Waiver forms*
*So much more* 
 
*If customers want to download your product, the Easy Digital Downloads automatically require them to sign a legally binding contract. 

“I agree to terms” checkboxes don’t have a lot of legal standing.  Therefore, do the right thing for yourself by having a contract that’s legally binding in a court of law. 

Change one page of your already-established WordPress website to become a secure document and e-signature application. ApproveMe’s WP E-Signature is a WordPress Contract Plugin that’s free to use with ease and is also legally binding in a court of law. 

WP E-Signature has an all-encompassing e-signature first-class add-on library that includes an array of customizable and expandable e-signature automations to give your custom document the enhancement it needs. [e-signature automations](https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads) and [third-party integrations](https://www.approveme.com/esign-features/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)


**Do the smart thing.  Don’t get caught in a courtroom with a document that’s not legally binding.**

= Strength & flexibility =
WP E-Signature was created by way of back and front end WordPress, ensuring an easy-to-use plugin that’s both efficient and robust.

= Legally Binding =
The courts recognize WP E-Signatures. We are compliant to [(UETA)](http://www.ncsl.org/research/telecommunications-and-information-technology/uniform-electronic-transactions-acts.aspx) and [(ESIGN)](http://www.fdic.gov/regulations/compliance/manual/pdf/X-3.1.pdf), making sure to follow even the strictest document signing policy in European unions and the U.S.

= Electronic Signature Security and Encryption =
Our biggest priority is security. Using a secure encryption, we make sure to keep all signed signatures and documents are keep encrypted and hidden. We also use a signer specific URL. You can force the SSL security when you install the SSL certificate on the WP E-Signature related pages. 

= Signer Audit Trail & Reporting =
Documents are quickly moved from signer to signer. We also offer an in-depth audit report with IP addresses, viewer details, signer history and analytics. You can [read all about the security of this report here](https://www.approveme.com/wordpress-audit-trail-e-signature-certificate/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads). 


= Automation of WordPress Contracts & Document Signing =
If you’ve got an Internet business, your customers probably sign an online contract or agreement. A paper agreement isn’t going to do you any good if you have an Internet business and your customers are online. Sure, you could mail or scan a contract to those customers. However, this will cost you both in time and money. This could also cost you business, as they decide to buy from somewhere else. 

With WP E-Signature, you can customize the signing process for no fee. It also has array of add-on extensions - Dropbox Sync, Save as PDF and more – so that you can easily computerize and modify the document signing process. 

WP Digital E-Signature is designed to work with all WordPress website including its themes. If you need assistance in the installation of the WordPress E-Signature, check out the [getting started docs](https://wpe.approveme.com/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads) If you want your WordPress Proposals signed, we have everything you need. 

Check out the official WP E-Signature Premium add-ons (https://www.approveme.com/wpesign-features/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads), if you want a customized WordPress eSigning integration or an add-on designed to be utilized for all your document signing needs. If any of the integrations you need are not available, give us a holler. 

A third-party document signing service will charge you a monthly fee and it forces your customer to make an account on a separate website to get your website’s documents. 

= e-signature WordPress Features =
WP E-Signature has everything you need to ensure you’re covered, regardless of what kind of business you own. Check out the WP E-Signature features on the [ApproveMe website](https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads).

= Customization =
Since your business is unique, your document signing process needs to also be unique. Pick from any of the e-signature workflows (https://www.approveme.com/wpesign-features/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads) to host on your WordPress website. 

= Tablet & Smart Phone Friendly = 
You can uploaded documents through the WordPress dashboard and attain signatures of actual clients through your website with the ApproveMe WP E-Signature (https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads). Users can sign the online documents using their phone, tablet, trackpad and mouse. 

= No Monthly Fees =
WP E-Signature is an affordable way to get the signatures you want online through WordPress. You retain complete control over the information you obtain, never leaving the server. This plug-in was built utterly for WordPress. 


###Do You Need Support?###

In order to better serve you, and to make sure that support tickets don’t get lost, we do our best to provide you with world-class support through our website. There is no support offered on the wordpress.org forum. 

In order to start a support ticket, you’ll need to log into your account. We will do everything we can to resolve the issue you have right away. [www.approveme.com/support](https://wpe.approveme.com/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads).

If you have questions that don’t pertain to support, we will gladly answer them for you. Just contact us through our contact page (https://approveme.com/letschat/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads).

Get Your Free eBook:
Make sure to get your copy of the e-book 7 Ways to Protect Your Company from Contracts That Aren’t Binding (https://www.approveme.com/free-ebook-digital-e-signature-is-it-legal/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


== Additional Info ==

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


**Shortcode Includes**
 [esig-edd-order-details] - Easily attach your customers order details to a document

##Give your customers the order details they need in a document.  There are many worthwhile PDF features and workflows with the Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signatures.##

*  A fully automated signature collection process for your small business or freelance
*  Signed agreement that can be downloaded from the website as a PDF
*  Signed PDF that is syncable with the Dropbox account
*  Attached court-recognized PDF that is emailed to both you and your signer


**Documents are completely encrypted saved on the WordPress website**

You can learn more on the WP E-Signature document security by checking out [WP Contract Plugin Security](https://www.approveme.com/security-ueta-e-sign-protection/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)

Free ebook:
[7 Ways to Protect Your Company from Contracts That Aren’t Binding](https://www.approveme.com/free-ebook-digital-e-signature-is-it-legal/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)

*You’ll need a valid WP E-Signature Elite or Lifetime  license to utilize Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signature add-on, which you you can purchase at www.approveme.com).*

**Remember:**
*No monthly fees
*Money back guarantee
*Legally binding
*UETA & ESIGN Compliant
 


== Installation ==

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


###How Does The Installation Process Work?###

*It’s simple to set up the Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signatures add-on. Once you’ve attained a valid ApproveMe Elite or Lifetime license, you can come up with and attach legally binding, court-recognized contracts to any of the Easy Digital Downloads product or download. You can also set it up so that customers are required to sign the legal contract before they order your product. *

###5 Steps To Use The Easy Digital Downloads WordPress Contract Plugin###

**Step 1:**
*Download and install the Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signature along with the WP E-Signature Elite or Lifetime license*

**Step 2:**
*Create a blank WordPress page that will hold your new document*

**Step 3:**
*Create a new [Stand Alone Document](https://www.approveme.com/wpesign-features/stand-alone-documents/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads) that uses the [WP e-Signature](https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads)*

**Step 4:**
*Attach this document to both your Easy Digital Downloads download product and WordPress page*

**Step 5:**
*When users download a product that demands a digital signature in their cart, they’ll need to sign those documents before they finalize their checkout*

[vimeo https://vimeo.com/136494695]

##Installation Process Complete!##

YOU can save all the signed agreements as a PDF, attach it to an email, automatically sync it with a Dropbox account and so much more. You can choose how this will work.

The only thing you need is a license (https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads) to get the Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signature plugin to ensure it works correctly. 

*Be sure you get your ApproveMe License right away (as it is required for this add-on to work properly)(https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads)*

**[Get Your ApproveMe License Now](https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-special-pricing/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads)**

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Will I be able to attain legally binding, court-recognized agreements from the Easy Digital Downloads plug in before somebody checks out? =

The ApproveMe Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signature plugin as well as the [WP E-Signature](https://www.approveme.com/easy-digital-downloads-signature-special/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easydigitaldownloads) elite license makes it easy to attain [UETA/ESIGN compliant](https://www.approveme.com/ueta-and-esign-act/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads) signatures from customers before the finalization of their Easy Digital Downloads checkout. 

= What Makes The WP E-Signature Plugin Different From The Form Generation Plugin? =

Form generation plugins are great, allowing you to make many automated integrations. Their primary focus isn’t a legally binding document. We focus solely on legally binding contracts.  Many people make the false assumption that the addition of a signature add-on on their WordPress form is enough to make it an agreement legally binding. We took years coming up with a policy that adheres to strict ESIGN and UETA national and international document signing rules. The best thing you can do is not be caught in a court room with a contract that’s not legally binding document.

= Are E-Signatures Legal? =

Absolutely! Signatures that are obtained electronically or digitally are legally binding in the U.S. and throughout many nations around the world. There are two digital signatures acts in the U.S. that set the legality of these signatures.  Both acts note that e-signatures and electronics records hold the same power as paper documents and handwritten signatures. According to both, a signature or document that’s on electronic form is still legal and enforceable. 

These acts are the:

*[Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_Signatures_in_Global_and_National_Commerce_Act) (ESIGN, 2000) 
*[Uniform Electronic Transactions Act] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uniform_Electronic_Transactions_Act) (UETA, 1999)

**The ApproveMe WP E-Signature plugin is compliant with both acts**


**United Kingdom**
The U.K. has legislation that’s similar to the U.S. ESIGN Act, which was enacted in 2000. It’s called the UK Electronic Communication Act. ApproveMe is the primary WordPress Plugin to sign contracts and demands an e-signature solution to be reliable with the act. 

**European Union**
The adoption of the European Directive 1999/93/EC of Dec. 13, 1999 prove the use of electronic marks on digital and electronic contracts inside the EU. 30 European nations have formally adopted the Directive 1999/93/EC. Europe effectively uses the Digital and Electronic marks, and the ApproveMe WP E-Signature is compliant with Europe’s law and is enforceable in the EU.

= Is there a need to for me to renew the ApproveMe License? =

o	Yes, you must renew the license, as it’s only good for one year from the date you purchased it.  An active license key is a must for access to attain plugin support, critical and/or automatic updates and more.  Go to [e-signature add-on library](https://www.approveme.com/esign-features/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads). You can attain this license renewal for up to 50% off the current price.

= I made my purchase so where do I obtain my license key? =

If you’ve bought the license key and you still need to attain the license number, you have two routes you can go through: [support site here] (https://www.approveme.com/profile/) or [these detailed steps](https://wpe.approveme.com/article/140-installing-wp-digital-e-signature/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads). Once you’re logged into the support website, with the credentials we emailed to you when you bought our product, your active license key is located at the bottom of the page. 

= What does my “ApproveMe” license get me? =

Your license gives you access to all of our support resources, documentation, product downloads and basic and advanced add-ons such as Document Templates, Stand Alone Documents, Unlimited Sender Roles and more (which are required for this Easy Digital Downloads e-signature Plugin) for one calendar year from the date of purchase.

= How much will it cost to renew the license? =

Within 60 days before your original license expiration date, you can renew the license for up to 50 percent off. It costs $98.50 for a current business license renewal. However, after the 60-day window, all renewals are done at full price. Renewals are not subjected to promotional discounts or coupon codes

= What will I get for my license renewal? =

When you renew your license, you get another years’ worth of software updates and support. You can rest assured that all you WP E-Signature-related needs and support. You continue to attain software updates to make sure all WordPress security and compatibility are properly taken care of.  And, based on the license you choose, you can attain basic and advanced add-ons to download whenever you want. 

= If I have more questions, can I get help? =

Whether you have one question or many, you can contact us via our contact page. [contact form page](https://approveme.com/letschat/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads).

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


== Screenshots ==

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


1. **Add New Document:** Once you’ve installed the WP E-Signature, you just need to draft up a new “Stand Alone Document” 
2. **Add Document Details:** It’s easy to make a Stand Alone Document for your Easy Digital Downloads Digital Signature.  You can include the shortcode [esig-edd-order-details] to input order information into the WordPress contract.
3. **Choose WordPress Page:** After you’ve entered the contract terms, go to the end of the document. Choose the WordPress page your Easy Digital Downloads customers will be sent to so that they will sign the Stand Alone Document before their order is completed.
4. **Choose Global Settings (optional):**You can set up a “Global Agreement” in the Easy Digital Downloads Checkout Settings menu. Every customer needs to sign this for the order to be completed.
5. **Choose Download Settings (optional):** Another method is to produce a “Per Download” agreement that is related to just that particular Easy Digital Downloads product.
6. **View Cart:**Once a user is ready to “Proceed to Checkout”, they’ll be sent to the legally binding contract to sign. 
7. **Sent to Stand Alone Document:** This is what your document signing page will show up as.  (The document can include your logo and company name using ApproveMe’s Upload Logo and Branding Add-on. These options will be available with the business license. 
8. **Enter Personal Information:** Easy Digital Downloads customers will need to input their legal name and email address. Once done, they’ll need to activate the digital signature box.
9. **Select a Digital Signature:**Signers can choose a typed or digital signature 
10. **Agree & eSign:**With their e-signature, the customers agree to the terms of the document
11. **Checkout Completion:**Once customers have signed the necessary agreement, they’ll be sent to the final Easy Digital Downloads screen to finalize the transaction.
12. **View Signed Document Email:**Customers will be sent an email that includes the link to the document (and PDF if you opt for this method).
13. **Save as PDF:**Customers can either print or download their signed document from the website. To do this, they need to click “View Signed Document” from the link in the email they attained upon signing the document.  With the Attach as PDF add-on install you could also automatically include thee signed contract as a PDF attachment in this email.

**[Try Easy Digital Downloads Signature Demo Here](http://www.secure.approveme.com/demo/?utm_source=wprepo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easy-digital-downloads)**


== Changelog ==
Version 2.0.1
FIX: Encoded invitation URLs in the Easy Digital Downloads order details shortcode.
IMPROVED: Business Add-ons detection without relying on installation paths.


Version 2.0
ADDED: Compatibility release aligned with WP E-Signature 2.0.

Version 1.8.0
ADDED: Compatibility with WordPress 6.9 and Easy Digital Downloads latest version.
ADDED: Support for PHP 8.3.
ENHANCEMENT: Improved document selection interface for downloads.
FIX: Minor bugs, UI improvements, and compatibility fixes.

Version 1.7.9
FIX: Some minor bugs  

Version 1.7.8
ADDED : PHP 8.2 compatibility
FIX: Some minor bugs  

Version 1.7.7
ADDED: Php 8.1 support
FIX: Some minor bugs 

Version 1.7.6
FIX: About page update and notice changed 
FIX: Some minor bugs

Version 1.7.4
FIX: Iframe issue 
FIX: Some minor bugs 

Version 1.6.9
ADDED: Rating widget 

Version 1.6.7
ADDED: Changed Brand name
FIX : Download link issue 
FIX : Some other minor bugs.   

Version 1.6.6
ADDED: New license information.  

Version 1.6.1
FIX: Minors bugs. 

Version 1.5.9
FIX: Minors bugs. 

Version 1.5.7.5
FIX: Blank reminder settings issue
FIX: WP Rocket plugin conflict
FIX: Some other minor bugs.

Version 1.5.7.1 - Merch 17, 2021
FIX: Edd order details shortcode was not working
FIX: Approval signer feature not working with EDD integration 
FIX: Dispaly warning message when there is not agreement list


Version 1.5.6.9 - February 01, 2021
ADDED : New landing page added after activating plugin

Version 1.5.6.5 - November 10, 2020
FIX : Some minor bugs 

Version 1.5.6.0 - September 1, 2020

 FIX : Issue with old E-signature core plugin.
 FIX:  Icon display issue.  
 FIX : some minor bugs. 

Version 1.5.5.8 - June 02, 2020
ADDED: Support snippet in about page. 

Version 1.5.5.3 - January 14, 2020
FIX css conflict fixed with wordpress core.

Version 1.5.3.6 - June 25, 2018
FIX: Demo video for plugins is not getting start after click on Play icon

Version 1.5.1 - August 10, 2017
FIX: Gravity signature add-on conflict fixed.
IMPROVMENT: Design issues

Version 1.5.0 - March 7, 2017
ADDED: Product agreement display unsigned after click on "Agree & Sign" button
ADDED: "Require purchasers to sign a contract" Text chnages for Woo and EDD
IMPROVEMENT: make shortcode call global
ADDED: Product agreement display unsigned after click on "Agree & Sign" button
IMPROVEMENT: EDD tag insert shortcodes in agreement page.
ADDED: get , post and cookie filter has been added
IMPROVEMENT: Improvement to the about/getting started page

Version 1.4.5 - October 6, 2016
IMPROVEMENT: Update logic message for woo/gravity/edd when core is not installed
FIX: Approveme.me link replaced with approveme.com
FIX: [esig-edd-order-details] Shortcode not working
FIX: Edd conflict with Recurring payment add-on

Version 1.4.4 - June 14, 2016
FIX: Undefined property bug has been fixed

Version 1.4.0 - May 20, 2016
FIX: After checkout product does not redirct on product agreement n global agreement (in case of esign after checking out)
ADDED: static method added
IMPROVEMENT: No need to show invite pop up for gravity , woo , edd , ninja stand alone document
FIX: stand alone Show invite link bug fixed

Version 1.3.0 - February 1, 2016
ADDED: Translation string
FIX: Issue related to the notification email for the global agreement not sending
FIX: Replaced Woo Vimeo video with the EDD video link
