In order for electronically signed documents to be legally binding, your chosen eSignature platform needs to adhere to various privacy and security regulations. For example,
In the EU and the UK, the eSignature provider must comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Act as well as Electronic Identification and Authentication Services (eIDAS) regulations.
In the US, the eSignature provider must comply with the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (ESIGN) and the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) regulations.
In Australia, the eSignature provider must comply with the Electronic Transactions Act (ETA)and the Electronic Transactions Regulations (ETR).
Tip: Check if your chosen eSignature platform complies with the strict security standards of your country or state. Pay attention to authentication, record-keeping, and encryption features.