Parties
Identify each party using full legal names and roles, include legal entity type and contact details; mismatched names can delay verification and invalidate access permissions.
Provides clear client consent and a defined scope of authority, reducing disputes and compliance risk. It documents who may act, what actions are permitted, when authority begins and ends, and how the authorization may be revoked under applicable laws including ESIGN and UETA.
Used by financial advisors, therapists, healthcare coordinators, attorneys, and program administrators to secure client consent and operational authority for specified goals.
Maintain a signed copy in client records and record any revocations or amendments to preserve a clear audit trail for future reference.
Identify each party using full legal names and roles, include legal entity type and contact details; mismatched names can delay verification and invalidate access permissions.
Define precise actions authorized (data access, communications, transactions), include start and end points, and list prohibited activities to avoid ambiguous interpretations or overbroad permissions.
Provide effective date, expiration or review dates, and any automatic renewal rules; explicit dates prevent disputes about when authority begins and terminates.
Specify monetary caps, number of transactions, or subject-matter limits and require separate written consent for actions outside the defined limits.
Explain how the client may revoke authority, required notice format, and whether revocation requires delivery to specific parties or use of a particular method.
Include signature lines for all parties, printed names, dates, and witness or notary sections when state law or third parties require additional authentication.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer authentication and verification settings | Email link, SMS code, or KBA |
| Field placement and validation rules | Use required fields, regex checks, and conditional logic |
| Document routing order and signer sequencing | Set signer order, parallel or sequential routing |
| Retention, access controls, and audit trail | Define retention period and export formats (PDF/A) |
Confirm file formats, authentication, and integrations before sending authorizations to ensure a smooth signing process.
Give the form when client engagement begins or when access is first required.
Enter MM/DD/YYYY; verification uses this date for permissions.
Allow 1–3 business days for verification and routing in standard workflows.
Revocation effective upon receipt unless form specifies a later date.
Retain signed copy per retention policy; typical minimum three years.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7-day free trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |