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Recalling an envelope

emSigner allows the initiator to recall a document that is currently pending with participants, provided the signing workflow has not yet been completed. Recalling a document immediately stops the signing process and notifies relevant participants.


Where Recall Is Available

A document can be recalled only when it is in progress.

To access the recall option:

  • Navigate to Dashboard

  • Open the Waiting for Others tab

  • Locate the required envelope

  • From the Actions dropdown, select Recall

The Recall option is available only for envelopes initiated by you and currently awaiting participant action.


Providing Recall Remarks

When you choose to recall an envelope:

  • A confirmation dialog is displayed

  • Enter remarks explaining the reason for recall (maximum 200 characters)

Remarks are mandatory and help participants understand why the document was recalled.

Click OK to confirm the recall action. A success message is displayed confirming the document has been recalled


Participant Notification

After recall:

  • All participants receive an email notification

  • The email includes:

    • Document name

    • Recall reason (remarks entered by the initiator)

    • Recalled by and recalled on details

    • Reference number (if applicable)

This ensures transparency and clear communication with all stakeholders.


Impact on Signing Order

Once recalled:

  • The recall action is reflected in the Signing Order diagram

  • The workflow status visually indicates that the envelope has been recalled

  • This helps track where the process was stopped


Viewing Recalled Documents in DocStore

Recalled envelopes are stored for reference and audit purposes.

To view recalled documents:

  • Navigate to Doc Store

  • Use Filter by Status

  • Select Recalled

The recalled envelope appears in the list with:

  • Created by and date

  • Envelope details

  • Recalled by and recalled on information

  • Access to remarks and signing order details

  • Option to mark as inactive

Key Notes

  • Recall is possible only before the document is completed

  • A recalled document cannot be resumed; it must be re-initiated if required

  • Remarks entered during recall are visible to participants

  • Recall status is consistently reflected across:

    • Dashboard

    • DocStore

    • Signing Order diagram

    • Email notifications

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