Document management software

Effortless HR document management with secure e-signatures, so your team can store, share and sign everything in one secure place.

Company docs

Loved by 17,000+ UK SMEs

Wrexham FC RSPCA Scrub Daddy West Sussex Mind Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Brixton Brewery Ecologi Dryrobe Sussex Wildlife Trust
Woman on mobile phone with new document to read and sign notification

What is document management software?

Document management software is a secure digital system for storing, organising and sharing your HR files in one place. Breathe gives you unlimited online storage, so it's easy to keep your workplace organised, keep your team in the know, and free up time for the important stuff.

What does document management software do?

A good document management system takes the admin out of handling HR files. With Breathe you can:

  • Cut costs by reducing spend on paper and storage
  • Access important documents anytime, anywhere
  • Protect sensitive employee information with robust security
  • Automate document tasks like onboarding and reviews

Used well, it saves time, supports sustainability, and keeps your records secure and easy to find.

Your complete toolkit for better document management.

Give your team a simple, secure way to store HR documents, share policies and collect e-signatures.

Why switch to digital document management?

Switching to a digital HR document system means less manual admin and tighter security. Digitise and manage every employee document, from contracts to appraisals, with easy access, robust controls, and automation that reduces errors across onboarding and performance reviews.

Graphic highlighting some of the functionality of the breathe document storage feature on a lilac gradient background

Sign anywhere, anytime

Send and sign contracts or policies electronically within Breathe, no printing or scanning needed. Cut costs, save time and simplify how your documents are managed.

A mobile phone with an email notification showing user has a company document reminder notification displayed on a gradient background

Send to multiple signees

Need more than one signature? Add a personalised message and send to multiple people at once, perfect for the important forms that need a second set of eyes.

A graphic showcasing the Breathe HR e-signature feature on a gradient background
Graphic highlighting some of the functionality of the breathe document storage feature on a lilac gradient background
A mobile phone with an email notification showing user has a company document reminder notification displayed on a gradient background
A graphic showcasing the Breathe HR e-signature feature on a gradient background

Our survey says...

 In our 2025 customer survey, we asked Breathe users how our software supports their day-to-day HR. Their answers show the real impact Breathe is having on teams like yours. 

0%

"The Breathe platform is intuitive, easy to use, and requires minimal training for my team."

0%

"Breathe’s security and data protection standards give us confidence in handling sensitive employee information."

0%

"Whenever we need support, Breathe’s support team is responsive, helpful, and resolves issues quickly."

Breathe makes HR admin a breeze

With 40+ features and growing, Breathe makes HR admin easy for businesses with up to 250 people.

What great document management looks like in practice

Going paperless is one of the simplest changes an HR team can make, and one of the most rewarding. Storing everything on HR document management software saves your business hundreds of pounds on paper, ink, and filing cabinets. It's good for the pennies and good for the environment too. On average, Breathe customers save 11 sheets of paper every day, which adds up fast across a growing team.

 

The real value is the time you get back

But the real value isn't just cost. It's the time you get back. We know that keeping track of endless files can feel like a losing battle. Folders go missing, versions multiply, and the simple act of finding one signed contract turns into a half-hour hunt. That's why we've made Breathe's HR document storage as simple and helpful as possible. You won't have to worry about running out of space or losing track of important folders. Everything stays in one secure, digital home, so you can find what you need in seconds and get back to supporting your people.

 

Security that works in the background

Security sits underneath all of it. All sensitive data stored in Breathe is encrypted to the highest standards, and because it's online, it's kept safe from natural disasters or theft. Handy privacy controls keep your organisation GDPR compliant, with users only ever able to access what they're authorised to see. Add multi-factor authentication and secure access protocols, and your HR documents stay protected without you having to think about it.

 

Share the right information, fast

Sharing is where a digital system really earns its place. With everything stored online, important information can be shared across your organisation instantly. You can track who has and hasn't read a document, then send reminders at the click of a button, so the policies and forms that matter actually get seen. No more printing, no more chasing, no more wondering whether the latest version made it to the right people.

That combination of lower costs, less admin, tighter security and faster sharing is what turns document management from a chore into something that quietly supports the whole business. Set it up once, and it keeps working in the background, freeing your team to focus on people rather than paperwork.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about document management

  • Where are my documents stored, and can I access them anywhere?

  • Can I send documents for electronic signature?

  • Who can see each document?

  • How does going paperless save money?

  • How does your software ensure data security?

  • What is a document management system?

  • How does this help with GDPR?

  • Can I use this for new starter contracts?

Join over 17,000 SMEs that choose Breathe as their #1 HR software provider

Group 29 Group 29 (1)