Is PDF Verified legally binding?

Yes. PDF Verified signatures comply with the US ESIGN Act, UETA, EU eIDAS regulation, and equivalent eSignature laws in 190+ countries. Every signed document includes a cryptographic SHA-256 fingerprint and a complete audit trail with timestamps and signer hash chain — admissible in court.

How is PDF Verified different from DocuSign?

PDF Verified offers unlimited documents on the $15 Business plan with REST API included. DocuSign charges $40+/user for Business and gates the API behind a $720/month add-on. PDF Verified also includes unique features: public QR verification page on every signed PDF, eStamp designer, AI field auto-detection, and mobile-first signing without requiring an app.

Can I use PDF Verified without a subscription?

Yes. The pay-as-you-go option lets you sign or send one document or envelope for $1.50 without a monthly subscription. Monthly paid plans include a 7-day free trial.

Which file types can I sign with PDF Verified?

Upload PDF, DOCX, TXT, PNG or JPG files. Non-PDF formats are automatically converted to PDF on upload so signers always receive a clean signing-ready document.

How do recipients verify a signed document is authentic?

Every signed PDF includes a QR code on every page. Anyone — even without a PDF Verified account — can scan it to land on a public verification page showing the document status, completion date, SHA-256 fingerprint, and tamper-evidence proof.

Does PDF Verified work on mobile?

Yes — PDF Verified is mobile-first by design. The signing portal uses a native bottom-sheet pattern with touch-optimized canvas signing, sticky CTAs in the thumb zone, and 44px+ touch targets following Apple Human Interface Guidelines. No app download required.

Can I add a company stamp or seal to a document?

Yes. PDF Verified includes a stamp designer for company seals, official seals, approval stamps (APPROVED, PAID, RECEIVED), date stamps, and certified-true-copy marks. Place a stamp on any document like a signature field. On Business plans, the verified stamp library adds auto-incrementing serial numbers, locked metadata, workspace sharing, revocation, and a public QR verification link for every stamp applied.

How do I verify a stamp is genuine?

Each stamp PDF Verified applies mints a unique verification token at /verify-stamp/:token. Scan the stamp's QR code or open the link from the document's audit certificate to see the stamp's name, serial number, the document it was applied to, and whether it has been revoked — so anyone can confirm a company seal or approval stamp is authentic and current.

How do I verify a signature on a PDF is real?

Open the verification page at pdfverified.com/verify and scan the QR code on the signed PDF, paste the verification code, or upload the file. PDF Verified recomputes the document's SHA-256 fingerprint and compares it against the sealed value — if a single byte changed since signing, verification fails. You also see every signer, their timestamps, and the full tamper-evident audit trail. No account is required to verify.

How do I add a digital stamp to a PDF online?

Upload your PDF, open the editor, add a Stamp field, and pick a stamp from your library — a company seal, an APPROVED or PAID approval stamp, a date stamp, or a certified-true-copy mark. The stamp is baked into the sealed PDF with an optional auto-incrementing serial number and a QR code that links to its public verification page. No printer, ink pad, or scanner needed.

eSignature law in Australia

Electronic signatures are legally binding in Australia under the Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth) and equivalent state laws.

Governing law: Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth) + state ETAs (1999)

Australia recognizes electronic signatures under the Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth) for federal matters and equivalent state/territory ETAs for state matters. The framework is technology-neutral — any method that identifies the signer and indicates their approval is valid, provided it is appropriately reliable for the circumstances and the recipient consents. The Corporations Amendment (Meetings and Documents) Act 2022 permanently allowed electronic execution of company documents under the Corporations Act, removing earlier wet-ink requirements. Witnessing for deeds has also been modernized in most states (NSW, Victoria, Queensland, ACT).

What makes an eSignature valid in Australia

Method identifies the signer and indicates approval
Method reliability appropriate to the circumstances
Consent of the recipient to use electronic communication
For company documents: execution by directors/officers under section 127 (now electronic-capable)
Tamper-evidence and auditable record retention

Where eSignatures are not valid

Wills, codicils, and testamentary instruments
Powers of attorney (general — most states allow electronic; check state law)
Statutory declarations (most states now allow electronic; check state law)
Certain real-property documents requiring registration at state Land Titles offices
Migration documents (federal Department of Home Affairs may require wet-ink)

FAQ

Are electronic signatures legal in Australia?

Yes. The Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth) and state ETAs make electronic signatures legally binding for nearly all commercial contracts.

Can a company execute documents electronically in Australia?

Yes. The Corporations Amendment (Meetings and Documents) Act 2022 permanently allows electronic execution of company documents under section 127 of the Corporations Act.

Do I need a witness for an electronic signature?

Witnessing requirements depend on the document and state. For deeds, most Australian states now allow remote/video witnessing. PDF Verified supports a Witness signer role.

Is PDF Verified valid in Australian court?

Yes. PDF Verified satisfies ETA requirements with timestamps, identity attribution, audit trails, and tamper-evident hashing.