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QuicklySign's Electronic Signatures

Written by Thandolwethu Mbatha

QuicklySign's electronic signatures enable users to sign documents digitally from anywhere, reducing turnaround times and eliminating manual paperwork. This improves efficiency while maintaining secure and legally recognised document execution.

Requirements

  • Access to a QuicklySign account

  • Valid signer email address (and mobile number if 2FA is enabled)

  • Stable internet connection


Benefits of Using QuicklySign Electronic Signatures

  1. Reduce turnaround times for signed documents.

  2. Decrease the number of unsigned or delayed documents.

  3. Send and sign documents from anywhere at any time.

  4. Ensure documents are securely signed and legally binding.


How Electronic Signatures Work in QuicklySign

  1. Open the document sent to you.

  2. Review the document contents.

  3. Choose one of the following signature options:

    • Draw your signature using a mouse, touchpad, or touchscreen

    • Upload an image of your signature

    • Type your name in a stylised font

  4. Apply your signature to the required fields.

  5. Complete and submit the document.


Reliability of QuicklySign Signatures

  1. QuicklySign uses email and mobile authentication to verify signer identity.

  2. This approach aligns with internationally accepted standards for electronic signatures.

  3. While no specific South African case law defines exact requirements, this method is widely considered reliable for most agreements.

  4. QuicklySign is the official electronic signature partner for leading financial providers, property practitioner groups, and organisations across multiple industries. These partnerships ensure secure, legally recognised, and efficient document signing for clients and businesses.


Suitable Use Cases

QuicklySign electronic signatures are generally appropriate for:

  1. Lease agreements

  2. Sale agreements (excluding property transfers)

  3. Company administration documents (e.g. resolutions, share certificates)

  4. Employment contracts

  5. Insurance documents

  6. Financial advisor/broker documents

  7. Other standard business agreements


Where QuicklySign Should Not Be Used

  1. Documents requiring specific legal signature types under the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002

  2. Credit agreements

  3. Agreements for the sale of land or buildings

  4. Documents where a specific signature method has been contractually agreed

  5. Any document where a particular signature type is required by law


Expected Outcome

Documents are signed electronically with verified signer identity, reducing delays and ensuring secure, efficient completion for most standard agreements.


FAQs

Are QuicklySign electronic signatures legally binding?
Yes, for most standard agreements. However, certain document types may require advanced or legally prescribed signature methods.

How does QuicklySign verify signers?
Through email authentication and optional mobile verification (2FA), ensuring the signer’s identity is validated.

Can I use QuicklySign for all documents?
No. Some documents, such as property sale agreements or credit agreements, require specific legal signature formats and should not be signed using standard electronic signatures.

Does QuicklySign offer Advanced Electronic Signatures?
QuicklySign offers a standard Electronic Signature provider in South Africa, accepted by all major institutions. AES in South Africa requires in-person verification and is only offered by providers like LawTrust and the Post Office. Internationally (e.g., EU under eIDAS), QuicklySign may qualify as an Advanced Electronic Signature depending on jurisdiction.


Contact Support

Should you require any further assistance with this, please contact our Solutions team at [email protected]


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