How to Send a Contract via DocuSign
- George Apostolov
How to Send a Contract via DocuSign: step-by-step guide
Click 'Start' to add your contract.
Click 'Upload' and select the contract document you want to send.
Once you have uploaded the contract, enter the email addresses of the recipients who need to sign the contract.
Provide and customize your email subject and message.
Click 'Next' to enter the document editor.
Drag and drop signature and other necessary fields onto the document where recipients need to sign.
Review the document and fields to ensure everything is correctly set up then click 'Send'.
Recipients will receive an email with a link to review and sign the contract.
Quick answer: To send a contract in DocuSign, start by clicking Start and uploading your document. Next, enter recipient email addresses, customize your subject and message, and click Next. Drag and drop signature fields into the document in the editor, review your setup, and click Send.
About this DocuSign tutorial
Send contracts seamlessly using DocuSign by uploading documents, adding recipients, placing signature fields, and sending for review. This guide shows how to send a Contract via DocuSign in 8 steps, starting with "Click 'Start' to add your contract" and finishing with "Recipients will receive an email with a link to review and sign the contract". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real DocuSign interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to send a Contract via DocuSign?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your DocuSign data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under DocuSign. Related guides: How to Send a DocuSign, How to Send DocuSign to Multiple Signers and How to Set Up DocuSign. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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