Click-to-sign e-signatures are legally valid under the ESIGN Act if parties consent to electronic transactions, intent to sign is clear, and records are retained. Though they don’t resemble handwritten signatures, they fulfill legal requirements when implemented properly. Organizations must ensure clarity in UI design and maintain verifiable audit trails to support enforceability. While click-to-sign is ideal for many day-to-day agreements, some complex or high-risk contracts may require more advanced eSignature methods. U.S. laws (ESIGN, UETA) and global standards generally support click-to-sign for most use cases.

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