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UK law recognises that contracts can be formed electronically in many everyday business situations. The Electronic Communications Act 2000 and the UK retained eIDAS framework are often cited in this area. That does not mean every document can safely use a simple click-to-sign flow.
Types of electronic signature
- Simple electronic signature — for example typing a name, drawing a signature, or clicking to agree. Suitable for many commercial agreements.
- Advanced electronic signature — uniquely linked to the signatory and capable of detecting changes, with stronger identity controls.
- Qualified electronic signature — a specific legal category with certified providers; not what Bleinks offers today.
What Bleinks provides
Bleinks is designed for straightforward business documents: NDAs, proposals, statements of work, approvals and similar. Signers open a secure link, review the PDF and apply a PNG signature capture. We record audit events and issue a completion certificate.
Documents that need extra care
Some documents may require witnesses, wet-ink formalities, deeds formalities, or specialist identity checks. Examples can include certain deeds, wills, some property transactions and regulated financial or healthcare workflows. Do not assume Bleinks is appropriate for those without advice.
Useful references
Not legal advice. This page is general information for UK small businesses. Requirements depend on your document and circumstances. For unusual, high-value or regulated documents, obtain advice from a qualified UK solicitor. Last reviewed for content accuracy: 31 July 2026 (engineering review — independent counsel review pending).
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