Electronic Signature Disclosure
Please read this before relying on a signature made with EditMyDocument.com. It’s general information, not legal advice.
What the signature tool does
- Places an image of a signature you draw or type onto a PDF, where you choose.
- Optionally adds a signing record page listing the name and email you enter, the date and time, and a SHA-256 fingerprint of the original file, so later changes to that original can be detected.
What it does not do
- It does not verify anyone’s identity.
- It does not send documents to other people for signature, collect their consent, or keep copies.
- It does not apply a certificate-based digital signature, and it is not an e-notary or remote online notarization service.
Legal effect in the United States
Under the federal Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (ESIGN) and the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act adopted by most states, including Alabama, a signature generally may not be denied legal effect just because it is electronic, if you intend to sign. Some documents are excluded or have special rules, including wills, codicils and testamentary trusts; many family-law matters such as adoption and divorce; court orders and official court documents; certain notices of cancellation of utilities, default, foreclosure, eviction or insurance; product recall notices; and documents required to accompany hazardous materials.
The person or organization asking for your signature may also set its own requirements. When in doubt, ask them, or consult a lawyer.
Outside the United States
Many countries recognize simple electronic signatures (for example, under the EU’s eIDAS Regulation), but some transactions require advanced or qualified signatures. Check local rules.
Your responsibility
By using the signature tool you confirm you are the person whose signature you apply, or are authorized to sign for them, and that you intend to sign. Keep a copy of every signed document.