E-Sign's electronic signature platform incorporates all the legal requirements worldwide, ensuring that your documents can be signed from anywhere in the world and are legally valid.
Electronic signature transactions are a legally recognized and binding method for nearly all business and personal document transactions within the US and around the world.
Legislative Requirements for electronic signatures worldwide
Advanced eSignatures
A legally binding advanced electronic signature must meet the following requirements:
Qualified eSignatures
A legally binding qualified electronic signature must meet the following requirements:
E-Sign's digital signature solution complies with the definition of an e-signature under the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce (ESIGN) Act, the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA, 1999) The ESIGN Act (2000) addresses e-signatures and e-records, allowing for electronic signatures in all 50 states when federal law applies. It defines an e-signature as an electronic sound, symbol, process attached to or logically associated with a document and executed or adopted by an individual with the intent to sign and be legally bound.
Electronic signatures are legally recognized in the United Kingdom and are provided for in the Electronic Identification and Trust Services for Electronic Transactions Regulations in 2016, the Electronic Communications Act 2000. and the retained UK version of Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 of the European Parliament (also known as EIDAS).
Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 on Electronic Identification and Trust Services for Electronic Transactions, commonly known as eIDAS, took direct effect in EU member states from July 1, 2016. It established a EU-wide legal framework for electronic signatures. E-Sign's digital signature solution is compliant with eIDAS and EU electronic signature technical standards. E-Sign is also compliant with GDPR.
Electronic signatures are legally recognized in Australia and are provided for by the Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (ETA) and implementing regulations, the Electronic Transaction Regulations 2020 (ETR) at the federal level, as well as by each State and Territory. States and Territories also have their own electronic signature laws (Local ETA) which generally follow the ETA, but include different exemptions and limitations.
Electronic signatures have been legally recognized in New Zealand since the Electronic Transactions Act (ETA) 2002. There aren’t any requirements for electronic signature types, therefore a Qualified eSignature won’t receive legal status.
Unlike a handwritten signature, which is generally the same mark on every document, E-Sign’s digital signature is 100% unique to every document. The signer’s identity is established by:
Secure and Legal
eSign provides the following within its digital signature to ensure every document that is sent is secure and legally admissible:
Helfpul resources
For more information on the legislations eSign is compliant with, the following resources are helpful:
Electronic signatures are widely used across various industries, including:
Yes, electronic signatures are legally binding in numerous countries. In the United States, they are recognized under the ESIGN Act and the UETA, while in the UK and European Union, they are governed by the eIDAS Regulation. These laws ensure that electronic signatures carry the same legal validity as handwritten signatures, as long as specific requirements are fulfilled.
For an electronic signature to be legally valid and enforceable, it must satisfy several key conditions:
Yes, signing PDF documents electronically is simple with the help of eSignature platforms like eSign. eSign directly integrates with PDF readers, allowing you to securely sign, track, and manage signed PDF files with ease.
An eSignature’s validity can be confirmed through several methods:
Yes, eSignatures are widely recognized for international business transactions. Many countries, including the U.S., EU member states, Canada, and Australia, have laws that validate and enforce electronic signatures in cross-border agreements. However, it’s essential to check the legal requirements in both countries involved to ensure compliance.
Yes, electronic signatures are typically admissible in court if they meet the legal standards, such as those outlined in the ESIGN Act or eIDAS. Courts usually consider factors like the signer’s intent, consent to use eSignatures, and the security measures used to authenticate and validate the signature.
