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How to Change or Disable Saved Signatures in Adobe Sign on Tablets

Natalie Taylor Oct 18, 2026 869 views

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Users want to know how to disable the auto-fill signature feature in Adobe Sign on tablets so that recipients are required to manually sign each new document.

How to Change or Disable Previously Saved Signatures in Adobe Sign on Tablets

Product: Adobe e-Signature
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: A recipient opens a signature request on a tablet and attempts to sign the document.
Observed behavior: The application automatically retrieves and displays a previously saved cloud signature instead of prompting the user for a fresh, manual signature.

Before you start

Ensure your tablet has an active internet connection so that any signature changes can sync with the cloud properly.

Solution 1Recommended

Manually Change the Signature During the Signing Process

Adobe Sign automatically stores the initial signature in the cloud and retrieves it for future documents. Since there is no global setting to disable this auto-fill, the signer must manually overwrite the saved signature.

The application is designed to save time by pulling your previous signature from the cloud. To provide a fresh signature, you cannot turn off the feature entirely, but you can manually edit it directly on the document.

Open the Signature Request

Tap on the link in your email to open the Adobe Sign document on your tablet.

Tap the Signature Field

Locate the required signature field in the document and tap on it. The previously saved signature will appear by default.

Clear or Edit the Current Signature

Tap on the auto-filled signature and look for an 'Edit', 'Clear', or 'Change' option in the pop-up menu.

Draw a New Signature

Once the old signature is cleared, use your stylus or finger to manually draw a fresh signature, then tap 'Apply' to insert it into the document.

Manually Change the Signature During the Signing Process

Cloud Sync: Adobe Sign links your signature to your email address. The new signature you provide will replace the old one in the cloud and become the new default for future documents.

Easily Manage PDF Signatures with WPS Office

If you frequently sign PDFs and want complete control over your saved signatures without being forced into an auto-filled option, WPS Office offers a powerful, free PDF editor that makes signature management simple.

1. Open your PDF: Launch WPS Office on your tablet and open the PDF document you need to sign.
2. Access the Signature Tool: Navigate to the 'Insert' or 'Fill & Sign' tab and tap on the 'Sign' icon.
3. Create a New Signature: Select 'Create New Signature' to manually draw, type, or import an image of your signature.
4. Manage Saved Signatures: To remove an old signature, simply tap the 'Delete' or 'X' icon next to it in the signature drop-down list before applying a new one.

Complete control to save, create, or delete multiple PDF signatures at any timeFully compatible with standard Adobe PDF document formatsFree and lightweight alternative for reading, editing, and signing PDFsSeamless experience across tablets, smartphones, and desktop devices

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Adobe Sign automatically fill in my old signature?

Adobe Sign saves your initial signature to the cloud and links it to your email address. It automatically retrieves this saved signature to streamline the signing process for future documents.

Can I permanently delete my signature from Adobe Sign?

While you can overwrite your signature during an active signing session, permanently deleting it from your profile requires logging into your Adobe Document Cloud account via a web browser and editing your personal signature preferences.

Is there a way to force signers to draw a new signature every time?

Currently, Adobe Sign does not offer a native setting for recipients to disable the cloud-saved signature auto-fill. Signers must manually choose to edit the signature if a fresh one is required.

Does WPS Office force auto-fill for signatures?

No. While WPS Office allows you to save signatures for convenience, it gives you direct control to choose, manage, or delete saved signatures directly from the document interface whenever you sign a PDF.

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