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How to create and add a custom email signature

April 1, 2022
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What is an email signature?

Email signatures are "the block of text at the end of an email which includes professional contact details and company branding". They are a perfect opportunity to create brand recognition, but also to activate clients. Long gone are the days where you would limit information to your contact details. By including QRs or links, you can lead contacts to your personal website, booking sites, digital card...

What should an email signature include?

In KADO, you can generate different types of email signatures. However, normally it will include

  • Full name
  • Position
  • Company name
  • [Optional] Some contact information: email, phone number
  • [Optional] Your picture or the company logo
  • [Recommended]: your QR or a link to your digital business card or business profile

In your KADO account, within your profile (https://app.kadonetworks.com/login), click on the tab called Email Signature. You will find there different options to easily create and compose your email signature!

Below you will find instructions on how to add them to the different providers:

How to add your email signature in GMail

  1. On KADO, generate your desired signature and click on "Copy Signature"
  2. Go to your GMail, click on the settings gear that you will find at the top right and click on "See all settings"
  3. Under the "General" tab, scroll down until you find the section called "Signature"
  4. Edit or create a new signature. If you create a new one, make sure you use that one for the Signature defaults
  5. Paste your signature
  6. Scroll to the very bottom and click "Save"

How to add your email signature in Outlook

In order to add your signature in Outlook, it will depend whether you are using a browser or the desktop app on a Windows or a Mac

Adding the signature on Outlook web

  1. On KADO, generate your desired signature and click on "Copy Signature"
  2. Go to your Outlook on the web, click on the settings gear that you will find at the top right
  3. Click on "View all Outlook Settings"
  4. Select "Mail" then "Compose and reply"
  5. Edit or create a new signature. Make sure you give it a name
  6. Paste your signature
  7. Click on "Save"

Adding the signature on the Outlook Windows app

  1. On KADO, generate your desired signature and click on "Copy Signature"
  2. On your Outlook app, click "New Email" as if you were going to write a new email
  3. On the top bar, at the right, click on the button "Signature", then "Signatures"
  4. Edit or create a new signature. Make sure you give it a name
  5. Click on "Save"
  6. Under Choose default signatures, make sure you select the signature you created.
  7. Click on "OK" to finalize the process

Adding the signature on the Outlook Mac app

  1. On KADO, generate your desired signature and click on "Copy Signature"
  2. On your Outlook app, click "New Email" as if you were going to write a new email
  3. From the menu, select Signature > Signatures.
  4. Select + and type a name for the signature.
  5. Under Signature, type your signature and format it the way you like.
  6. Under New messages, select your signature.

How to add your email signature in Apple Mail

  1. On KADO, generate your desired signature and click on "Copy Signature"
  2. With your Apple Mail app, click into the "Mail" menu at the top left of the screen and select "Preferences"
  3. In the "Signatures" tab, click on "+" to add a new signature
  4. Make sure you uncheck the option for "Always match my default message font"
  5. Click into the signature area
  6. Paste your signature
  7. Close the pop up

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are hesitating, do not worry - we are here to explain everything you might want to know. Let us help!

  • What is a digital business card?

    A digital business card is a modern and innovative way to exchanging contact information instantly via a scannable QR code, field communication NFC, or a simple link. Unlike paper cards, an NFC digital business card allows you to update contact information like your phone number or social media profiles in real time, add interactive business card features, and reduce your environmental impact with a custom nfc business card.

  • What can I include in my digital business card?

    Your electronic business card, should contain your full name, job title, company name, and essential contact information such as email and phone number. You can also add social media links to your social media profiles, communication channels like WhatsApp or Calendly, custom buttons, and even video content. With KADO, you can fully customize your smart business cards design, including colors, logos, and company branding for a custom nfc business card with advanced business card features.

  • Can I create a digital business card for free?

    Yes! KADO offers a free version that lets you create your card business cards from scratch, add links, and share your details digitally via a scannable QR code. The free plan includes basic features, while advanced customization options like color themes and premium integrations are available in the paid plans. You can create your digital business card for free here..

  • How to create a digital business card with QR code?

    Every KADO digital business card automatically includes a scannable QR code that can be scanned to instantly share your details. You can find your QR code in the app, under the "Exchange" section, or access it through your web profile. For more information on how to create business cards online, visit our website. Every KADO NFC digital business card automatically includes a scannable QR code that can be scanned to instantly exchanging contact information. You can find your QR code in the smart business cards app, under the "Exchange" section, or access it through your web profile. For more information on how to create best nfc business cards online, visit our website.

  • What is the best digital business card app?

    There are many options, but KADO stands out due to its unique features and enterprise capabilities:

    • It supports video, personalized buttons, and links—even in the free tier.
    • It integrates natively with HubSpot, Salesforce, and Microsoft Dynamics for seamless contact management.
    • It offers full design customization, including colors, logos, and company branding.
    • It is built for enterprises, offering advanced security, role-based access control, and an admin dashboard for managing team-wide digital business cards.

  • Is my data safe with KADO?

    Absolutely. KADO ensures maximum security by using encrypted cloud storage, role-based access control, and eliminating public IPs that could compromise your data and contact information.

  • Is KADO suitable for businesses?

    Yes! KADO is designed to scale for businesses of all sizes, offering centralized contact management, company-wide card digital business card distribution, and role-based permissions to protect sensitive company data

  • How to create an NFC business card?

    KADO offers NFC-enabled digital business cards that allow you to share your details by simply holding the code business card up to a compatible smartphone. Unlike traditional business cards, these eliminate the need to scan the QR code or manually enter contact information. You can request your NFC business card directly on our website. KADO offers NFC digital business cards that allow you to exchange contact information by simply tapping the card with an NFC chip up to a compatible smartphone, such as an Android phone. Unlike paper cards, these best NFC business cards that eliminate the need to scan the QR code or manually enter contact information. You can request your custom nfc business card directly on our website, leveraging nfc technology for seamless business card features.

  • Do I need an app to use KADO?

    No, KADO works perfectly on mobile and desktop browsers, allowing you to share your virtual business card without downloading an app. However, for advanced features, KADO’s digital business card app lets you save your card QR code in a digital wallet, quickly access your created QR code, and share your details even without an internet connection.

  • How can I share my KADO digital business card?

    You can share your KADO digital business card in a variety of ways, making it easy to connect with others. The most common methods include showing the QR code for scanning, sharing your unique link via email or text, or using an NFC card. The main advantage is that the recipient does not need an app to receive or save your contact information.

  • Does KADO integrate with my CRM?

    Yes, KADO offers CRM integrations to improve your workflow. KADO CRM integrations include HubSpot, Salesforce, and Microsoft Dynamics, allowing for automatic contact syncing and interaction tracking.

  • Can I use my KADO digital business card without an internet connection?

    Yes! If you have saved your digital business cards saved in your mobile wallet or as a widget on your device, you can still share your information via QR code even without an internet connection. This allows you to always be ready to network, whether you are at an event, or not.

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