Tutorial

Creating & Sending Contracts

Build a contract template with smart variables, send it for e-signature, and track when it's signed.

Step-by-step guide · 3 min read

Fstop CRM contract editor with smart variables and e-signature

How contracts work in fstop

Start from a default template

Fstop comes with default contract templates built specifically for photographers and videographers. Each template includes the standard clauses you need — scope of work, payment terms, deliverables, and cancellation policy. You can use them as-is or customize every section to match how you run your business.

Smart variables auto-fill client details

Instead of retyping client info every time, smart variables handle it for you. Drop in placeholders like client name, event date, venue, and package — and they auto-fill when you send the contract. No copy-pasting, no mistakes.

Add sections

Build out your contract with sections for scope of work, payment terms, cancellation policy, image usage rights, and anything else your business needs. Each section has its own heading and body text, so the final document reads clean and professional.

Send for e-signature via email

When your contract is ready, send it straight to your client's inbox. They get a branded email with a link to review and sign electronically — no printing, scanning, or mailing required. The whole process takes seconds on their end.

Track signing status

Once you send a contract, you can see its status at a glance: sent, viewed, or signed. You'll know exactly where things stand without needing to chase clients for updates.

Signed contracts stored permanently

Every signed contract is stored in fstop permanently. You can pull it up anytime from the client's page — great for reference, disputes, or just peace of mind knowing everything is documented.

Professional contracts, signed electronically, stored forever — all without leaving fstop.

Key Takeaways

What you can do with contracts

E-signature built in

Clients sign electronically — no printing or scanning.

Smart variables

Client name, date, and venue auto-fill so you never retype.

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Legally solid

Templates built for photographers with the clauses that matter.

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