Authorization Clause
Plain-language consent describing transaction types, limits, and whether the authorization covers recurring or single transfers.
A clear EFTGC reduces payment delays and compliance risk by documenting consent, bank details, and authorization scope in a single record suitable for electronic signature and retention under U.S. law.
Common users include accounts payable, treasury, procurement teams, and third-party payment processors who need documented EFT authorization.
Use the template as a corporate record for payment setup, renewal, or audit support.
Plain-language consent describing transaction types, limits, and whether the authorization covers recurring or single transfers.
Explicit fields for routing transit number, account number, account type, and bank name to reduce processing errors.
A statement that the signer is authorized to bind the business, and a place to describe role or attach corporate resolution.
Steps for reporting unauthorized transfers, contact points, and timelines for investigation and remediation.
Language describing record retention period and how the electronic record will be stored and reproduced.
Recommended signer authentication: email link, SMS code, KBA, or SSO depending on risk profile.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Bank Fields | Required and validated with format checks |
| Signer Authentication | Email + optional SMS code or KBA |
| Approval Routing | Sequential approval to legal and treasury |
| Storage | Secure archive with tamper-evident audit |
Choose a platform that supports secure storage, robust audit trails, and integrations with accounting or ERP systems.
Form populated and bank data validated before sending for signature
Signer identity and authority confirmed and logged
Bank processes ACH pre-notification or micro-deposit verification
Signed record and audit trail stored in secure repository
Enter MM/DD/YYYY when the authorization starts
Specify notice period and process for revocation in the form
Allow several business days for verification deposits to appear
Document the timeframe for reporting unauthorized transfers
Maintain records to support IRS reporting and audits
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Premium) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |