Should you be using SMS signatures?
In business, time matters. When signing documents, the method you choose directly impacts efficiency. Our study has shown that SMS signing is more than twice as fast as email, offere unmatched speed, simplicity, and results. Let’s see why SMS signatures can help your business close deals quicker, get approvals faster and streamline workflows.
How does SMS outperform email signatures?
We ran a six-month study of how clients handled documents that were sent via email and SMS. Over 13,500 documents were sent, with approximately half of these sent to each device. When comparing the performance of SMS and Email signature requests, the benefits of SMS are clear:
Feature
SMS Signature
Email Signature
Say goodbye to printing, scanning, and mailing. With FLK it over’s SMS Signature, you can bring modern, mobile-friendly signing to your fingertips and focus on results.
What are the features and benefits of SMS document signing?
FLK it over’s SMS signing feature revolutionises document workflows by offering unparalleled speed, security, and convenience. Designed for modern businesses, it simplifies the signing process from start to finish.
Key Features
- Instant Delivery: SMS messages are sent and received in seconds, enabling immediate action.
- Direct Links: Each SMS includes a direct link for signing, bypassing unnecessary steps and reducing delays.
- Mobile Accessibility: Sign documents directly from your smartphone, eliminating the need for extra devices or software.
- Global Reach: Seamlessly supports both Australian and international phone numbers, catering to local and global clients.
- Secure Transactions: Built-in two-factor authentication (2FA) ensures every signature meets the highest security standards.
Benefits
- Enhanced Speed: Expedite approvals with SMS-based signing, completing workflows in an average of 6.5 hours – more than twice as fast as email.
- Higher Engagement: With a 98% open rate, SMS ensures your requests are seen and acted upon promptly.
- Real-Time Tracking: Stay informed at every step with live updates on document progress.
- User-Friendly Interface: Simple, intuitive design makes the signing process seamless for both businesses and clients.
FLK it over’s SMS signing is ideal for businesses looking to streamline workflows, improve client engagement, and achieve faster results.
How does SMS simplify the signing process?
he simplicity of SMS signing lies in its minimal steps and direct approach. Here’s how the signing process compares:
SMS signing process
- Receive an SMS with a direct signing link.
- Tap the link.
- Sign the document.
- Done – all in 8 hours on average.
Email signing process
- Open your inbox.
- Search for the email.
- Locate the attachment or link.
- Open and sign the document.
- Send it back.
- Done – but it takes an average of 15 hours.
With FLK it over, every SMS includes a clear, actionable link, ensuring recipients can sign and return documents with ease.

Frequently Asked Questions
Recipients receive an SMS with a direct link to sign. They tap the link, sign the document, and it’s done – no inbox searching or unnecessary steps.
Yes, FLK it over provides real-time updates on document status, so you’ll always know when a document is viewed, signed, and completed.
Yes, documents signed via SMS with FLK it over meet Australian e-signature compliance standards, providing a secure and valid solution for businesses.
SMS signing reduces delays, improves client engagement, and streamlines workflows, allowing businesses to save time and focus on what matters.