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E-Signature

Legally binding electronic signatures compliant with South Africa's ECT Act. Sign documents anywhere, on any device, in seconds.

ECT Act Compliant Signatures

Our e-signature solution is fully compliant with the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (ECT Act), ensuring every signature is legally binding and enforceable in South African courts.

The ECT Act recognises electronic signatures as valid, provided they meet specific requirements for identity verification and intent to sign. Legalaut exceeds these requirements with advanced authentication and comprehensive audit trails.

  • Section 13: Data messages as valid agreements
  • Section 13(3): Electronic signature recognition
  • Advanced electronic signatures for high-value transactions
  • Comprehensive audit trails admissible as evidence

100%

ECT Act Compliant

256-bit

SSL Encryption

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Average Sign Time

99.9%

Platform Uptime

Sign in Four Simple Steps

From upload to signed document in under a minute.

1

Upload Document

Upload your document in PDF, DOCX, or any supported format. Drag and drop or select from your contract library.

2

Add Signers

Add signers by email, set signing order, and place signature fields. Assign roles like signer, approver, or viewer.

3

Review & Sign

Signers receive an email link, verify their identity, review the document, and apply their signature securely.

4

Complete & Store

All parties receive the signed document with a tamper-proof certificate of completion and full audit trail.

Enterprise-Grade Security

Your documents are protected with multiple layers of security at every stage.

End-to-End Encryption

256-bit AES encryption protects documents in transit and at rest. Your data never passes through unencrypted channels.

Tamper-Proof Sealing

PKI-based digital sealing ensures any modification after signing is detected. Documents maintain cryptographic integrity.

Identity Verification

Multi-factor authentication including email verification, SMS OTP, and South African ID number validation for signers.

Comprehensive Audit Trail

Every action is logged with timestamps, IP addresses, and geolocation data. Complete chain of custody for legal admissibility.

Secure Cloud Storage

Documents stored on ISO 27001-certified infrastructure with automatic backups, disaster recovery, and data sovereignty options.

Real-Time Monitoring

24/7 security monitoring, intrusion detection, and automated threat response to protect your signing environment.

ECT Act Compliant
ISO 27001
POPIA Compliant
SOC 2 Type II

Start Signing Digitally

Send your first document for signature in under 60 seconds. Free trial available.