The Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth) is the cornerstone of eSignature legality in Australia. Enacted by the Commonwealth Parliament, it establishes that electronic communications — including signatures — are not invalid simply because they are in electronic form.
Each Australian state and territory has passed equivalent legislation, creating a uniform framework across the country. This means electronic signatures are recognised whether you're signing a contract in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, or Perth.
The Act aligns with the UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce, ensuring Australian eSignatures are also recognised in international transactions.
The signer must consent to signing electronically. SignAndGo captures explicit consent before every signature.
The signer must be identifiable. Email verification, IP logging, and optional 2FA confirm identity.
The signer must intend to sign the specific document. SignAndGo presents the full document before signing.
The method must be reliable and appropriate. Audit trails, encryption, and tamper detection ensure integrity.
While most documents can be legally signed electronically, some exceptions exist. These vary by state and territory:
Note: COVID-era legislative changes permanently relaxed some witnessing requirements in several states. Always consult your legal advisor for specific requirements.
An eSignature is only as strong as the evidence behind it. SignAndGo creates a comprehensive, tamper-proof audit trail for every document.
SignAndGo is built from the ground up for Australian legal compliance. Every feature is designed to meet the requirements of the Electronic Transactions Act and Australian Privacy Principles.
Meets all four validity requirements: consent, identification, intent, and reliability.
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Comprehensive evidence package with timestamps, IP addresses, and document integrity verification.