Parties & Definitions
Identify issuer and investor legal names, entity types, and define capitalized terms for tokens, sale rounds, custody, and escrow mechanics to avoid ambiguity in interpretation.
A well-drafted ICO Investment Agreement allocates legal and financial risk, documents investor and issuer promises, and creates an auditable record for compliance, tax, and dispute-resolution purposes. It helps manage regulatory exposure, clarifies token delivery mechanics, and sets expectations for governance or token utility, reducing later disputes and supporting enforceability under applicable law.
ICO Investment Agreements are used by companies issuing tokens and by individual and institutional investors taking part in token sales. They are most relevant where token distribution, investor protections, or regulatory compliance must be documented.
Both parties rely on the agreement for evidence of transaction terms, KYC/AML compliance steps, and to show intent and attribution of signatures when enforcing rights or responding to regulatory inquiries.
Identify issuer and investor legal names, entity types, and define capitalized terms for tokens, sale rounds, custody, and escrow mechanics to avoid ambiguity in interpretation.
Specify investment amount, price per token, accepted payment methods, token allocation, closing date, and any prorata or allocation formulas for oversubscription.
Include investor and issuer representations on authority, compliance with laws, KYC/AML, tax status, and absence of conflicting agreements to support enforceability.
Describe escrow agent or custodian details, conditions for token release, wallet addresses, custody procedures, and remedies for failed token delivery.
State lockups, vesting schedules, resale restrictions, and secondary-market limitations, with carve-outs for regulatory or court orders.
Designate governing jurisdiction, arbitration or court venue, and any waiver of jury trial; note that securities treatment may affect enforcement.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email + SMS code or ID check |
| Conditional Fields | Show accredited check when needed |
| Attachments | Require KYC documents upload |
| Reminders | Auto-send reminders at set intervals |
Choose an e-signature platform that supports secure PDF/Word signing, audit trails, and integrations with your record systems.
Date by which investor funds must be received
Scheduled date for delivery to wallet address
Date when rights and obligations begin
Form 1099 or other reporting by Jan 31 when applicable
Date or condition for escrowed funds release
| 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 | 7-day free trial, no CC | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No envelope cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
KYC documents, corporate resolutions, escrow instructions and investor questionnaires should accompany the signed agreement for auditability.
Provide final copies as PDF/A for archival and DOCX for editable internal records; include signed audit trail and metadata.
Retain copies for tax reporting; provide Form 1099 or equivalent where applicable and based on tax counsel advice.
Document token receipts and chain-of-custody statements from the custodian or escrow agent for investor assurance.
The investor signatory must have authority to bind the purchasing entity or individual. Provide proof of authorization for funds disbursement and tax reporting to avoid disputes.
An authorized officer of the issuing entity should execute on the issuer side and confirm token issuance authority, corporate approvals and disclosures.
A VC signs an agreement to purchase tokens during a private round to secure preferred allocation and board observation rights.
An individual investor joins a pre-sale with discounted token pricing in exchange for earlier funding.
Execution of the investment agreement and receipt of initial signatures.
Escrow or payment confirmation from custodian or bank.
All required identity and AML checks finalized and documented.
Tokens transferred to the verified wallet address under escrow conditions.