What is the legal effect of Tencent’s electronic signature?

The legal effect of Tencent's electronic signature is equivalent to that of a handwritten signature or seal. In China, the Electronic Signature Law recognizes the validity of electronic signatures under certain conditions. An electronic signature is considered legally valid if it meets the following criteria:

1. Identity Authentication: The signer's identity must be authenticated through reliable means.
2. Data Integrity: The electronic signature must be able to ensure that the data has not been tampered with from the time it was signed until it is used.
3. Non-repudiation: The signer cannot deny having signed the document.

For example, if a company uses Tencent's electronic signature service to sign a contract, the contract is legally binding and enforceable in court, provided the above conditions are met.

Tencent offers a range of electronic signature services through its cloud platform, such as Tencent Cloud's Electronic Signature Service (Tencent ES). This service provides a secure and compliant way to sign electronic documents, ensuring the authenticity, integrity, and non-repudiation of the signed documents. It is widely used in various industries for contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.