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===========================
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Odoo Sign legality in China
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===========================
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:doc:`Odoo Sign <../sign>` is your trusted partner for secure, efficient, and legally compliant electronic signatures in
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China.
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Legal framework for electronic signatures in China
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In China, electronic signatures are regulated under the Electronic Signature Law (ESL) of the People's Republic of
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China, enacted in 2005 and amended in 2015. The law provides the foundation for the use and legal recognition of
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electronic signatures. The key points of the ESL include:
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- **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if they meet certain
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criteria.
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- **Reliability and security**: electronic signatures must be created with a secure method that can reliably identify
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the signatory and ensure the integrity of the signed document.
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- **Certification Authorities (CAs)**: the law recognizes electronic signatures supported by digital certificates issued
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by accredited Certification Authorities (CAs).
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How Odoo Sign complies with Chinese regulations
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Odoo Sign ensures full compliance with the Electronic Signature Law of China by incorporating the following features:
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- **Secure signature creation**: Odoo Sign utilizes advanced cryptographic techniques to ensure the authenticity and
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integrity of electronic signatures.
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- **Third-party signature authenticator**: Odoo Online serves as an independent validation mechanism that adds an extra
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layer of security to the procurement process.
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- **Audit trails**: detailed audit logs are maintained to provide evidence of the signing process, including timestamps,
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IP addresses, and identity verification.
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- **Cryptographic traceability and immutability**: Odoo Sign ensures that any operation is logged securely. An audit log
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provides full transparency to all parties while preserving private data.
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- **Multiple authentication means**: authentication by SMS, email, geoIP or handwritten electronic signature.
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Types of documents you can sign with Odoo Sign
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Odoo Sign is versatile and can be used for a wide range of documents, including but not limited to:
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- **Contracts and agreements**: business contracts, employment agreements, and service contracts.
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- **Financial documents**: loan agreements, investment documents, and financial reports.
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- **HR documents**: employee onboarding forms, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and performance reviews.
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- **Commercial transactions**: purchase orders, sales agreements, and supplier contracts.
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Potential exceptions
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While Odoo Sign is broadly applicable, there are certain exceptions where electronic signatures may not be suitable or
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legally recognized in China:
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- **Wills and trusts**: documents related to inheritance, wills, and trusts often require handwritten signatures.
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- **Real estate transactions**: some property transactions may still require notarized handwritten signatures.
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- **Government forms**: specific government forms and applications may mandate physical signatures.
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.. admonition:: Disclaimer
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The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal
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advice. While Odoo Sign complies with the Electronic Signature Law of China, users should consult with legal
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professionals to ensure specific document types and use cases meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional
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industry-specific regulations may also be necessary.
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*Last updated: June 19, 2024*
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