Sign Personal Guarantees
Securely & Legally

Lenders, landlords, and vendors requiring personal guarantees get signed guarantor agreements with identity verification, audit trails, and irrefutable evidence of voluntary execution.

Free plan available · No credit card required · ESIGN Act compliant

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Court
Admissible audit trail
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Key Features

Everything You Need

Built-in features that save time and close deals faster.

Guarantee Templates

Personal Guarantee Templates for Every Context

Commercial lease guarantees, business loan guarantees, vendor credit guarantees, and SBA loan personal guarantees — pre-drafted with appropriate scope, terms, and waiver provisions.

  • Unlimited guarantee — Full personal liability for all present and future obligations.
  • Limited guarantee — Capped or time-limited personal liability provisions.
  • Continuing guarantee — Ongoing guarantee for revolving credit or trade credit facilities.

Personal Guarantee Templates for Every Context

Templates for commercial lease, business loan, vendor credit, and SBA loan personal guarantees.

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Maximum Assurance

Identity Verification for Guarantor Signatures

A personal guarantee is only valuable if the guarantor is identifiable. Zignature's optional identity verification requires the guarantor to upload a government ID and selfie — tying the signature to a verified identity.

  • Government ID capture — Guarantor uploads passport or driver's licence before signing.
  • Selfie match — Live selfie compared to ID photo — biometric identity confirmation.
  • Identity certificate — ID verification certificate attached to the signed guarantee.

Identity Verification for Guarantor Signatures

Government ID + selfie verification ties guarantor identity to their signature.

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Enforceability

Personal Guarantees That Withstand Challenge

Guarantors sometimes claim they didn't understand what they were signing. Zignature's read-time tracking and acknowledgement clicks provide irrefutable evidence of informed, voluntary consent.

  • Read tracking — Each section's viewing time recorded — evidence of comprehension.
  • Explicit acknowledgements — Guarantor checks boxes confirming they understand the commitment.
  • Independent advice notice — Notice that independent legal advice is recommended — signed.

Personal Guarantees That Withstand Challenge

Section-level read tracking and voluntary consent acknowledgements for enforceability.

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Use Cases

Works for Every Scenario

From simple agreements to complex multi-party workflows.

How It Works

Up and Running in Minutes

No training required. Send your first document today.

1

Choose guarantee template

Select unlimited, limited, or continuing guarantee template.

2

Enable identity verification

Turn on ID verification for maximum guarantor identity assurance.

3

Guarantor signs digitally

Guarantor receives signing link — completes ID check then signs.

4

Verified guarantee archived

Signed guarantee with ID verification certificate archived for enforcement.

Sign Personal Guarantees Digitally

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know.

Are electronically signed personal guarantees legally enforceable?

Yes. Personal guarantees executed via e-signature under the ESIGN Act and UETA are legally enforceable. Courts have upheld e-signed guarantees in lending and commercial contexts. For high-value guarantees, consider adding identity verification.

Can Zignature verify the guarantor's identity before they sign?

Yes. Zignature's identity verification (powered by Stripe Identity) requires the guarantor to upload a government-issued photo ID and take a live selfie. The verified identity is attached to the signed guarantee as a certificate.

Should personal guarantee signers receive independent legal advice?

For significant guarantees, recommending (and documenting) that the guarantor received independent legal advice strengthens enforceability. Zignature's template includes an optional independent advice acknowledgement field.

Can I require a spouse's signature on a personal guarantee?

Yes. In community property states, a spouse's signature may be required for personal guarantees involving marital assets. Zignature's multi-party signing supports adding a spouse as a second signatory.

What is the difference between an unlimited and limited personal guarantee?

An unlimited guarantee creates personal liability for all amounts owed under the guaranteed obligation with no cap. A limited guarantee caps personal liability at a specific amount or for a specific term. Most commercial lenders prefer unlimited guarantees; most guarantors prefer limited guarantees.

How long are personal guarantees valid?

Personal guarantees remain valid until the underlying obligation is discharged, unless the guarantee itself specifies an expiry. Continuing guarantees for revolving credit facilities typically remain in force until formally revoked by the guarantor with proper notice.