KY E-Signature API
ClosingSignIQ in Kentucky
Embed legally binding e-signatures in your Kentucky application. Every signed document sealed with an X.509 digital certificate from our Certificate Authority. Kentucky has adopted UETA. ESIGN Act compliant. $0 per-envelope cost.
KY E-Signature Law
Electronic signatures are legally binding in Kentucky.
ESIGN Act
Federal Law (2000)
15 USC §7001. Electronic signatures have the same legal effect as wet-ink signatures in all 50 states.
UETA Status
Kentucky has adopted UETA
Kentucky adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, providing state-level recognition of electronic signatures.
Remote Notarization
Legal since 2020
Kentucky permits Remote Online Notarization (RON). Kentucky Revised Statutes Chapter 423A
Notary Fee Cap
$5 per notarial act
ClosingSignIQ e-signatures are $5/envelope (Pay-Go) or FREE on Pro+, regardless of state. Notarization fees follow state law.
KY Documents
Common Kentucky documents for e-signature.
Real estate deeds
Powers of attorney
Affidavits
Business contracts
Medical consent forms
Key Kentucky industries using ClosingSignIQ:
Automotive manufacturingBourbon and distillingCoal and energyHealthcare
Kentucky
E-signatures where Kentucky does business.
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Integration
Add e-signatures to your Kentucky app in minutes.
your-kentucky-app/api/sign.ts
// Send a real estate deeds for e-signature in Kentucky
const envelope = await fetch('https://closingiq.app/api/v1/signing/envelopes', {
method: 'POST',
headers: { 'X-API-KEY': process.env.CLOSINGSIGNIQ_KEY, 'Content-Type': 'application/json' },
body: JSON.stringify({
title: 'Real estate deeds — Kentucky',
signers: [{ name: 'Signer Name', email: '[email protected]' }],
}),
});
// X.509 certificate + SHA-256 audit trail included automaticallyAPI Pricing
Start free. Scale in any state.
Free
$0
5 envelopes/month
- ✓ API + OAuth
- ✓ Audit trail
- ✓ Email notifications
Starter
$29/mo
50 included, then $0.50
- ✓ Embedded signing
- ✓ X.509 certificate
- ✓ Webhooks
Growth
$79/mo
250 included, then $0.35
- ✓ White-label
- ✓ our CA certs
- ✓ SMS notifications
Scale
$199/mo
1,000 included, then $0.25
- ✓ Full white-label
- ✓ Templates API
- ✓ 99.9% SLA
KY Cities
ClosingSignIQ API in Kentucky cities.
FAQ
E-signature API questions for Kentucky.
Is remote online notarization legal in Kentucky?
Yes. Kentucky enacted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) with RON provisions in 2020 under Chapter 423A. Notaries must register for electronic notarization. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
What is the notary fee cap in Kentucky?
Kentucky notaries may charge up to $5 per notarial act for both in-person and remote notarizations. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
How do I get an apostille in Kentucky?
Submit your notarized or certified document to the Kentucky Secretary of State with a $10 fee. Processing takes 3-5 business days by mail. Walk-in service is available in Frankfort. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Are bourbon industry documents commonly notarized in Kentucky?
Yes. Kentucky produces 95% of the world's bourbon, and the industry generates significant notarization needs for distribution contracts, licensing agreements, and international export documentation. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Can I use RON for real estate closings in Kentucky?
Yes. RON is accepted for real estate transactions in Kentucky, enabling remote closings for property sales, refinancing, and mortgage documents throughout the state. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Can I use an interpreter during notarization in Kentucky?
No. Kentucky operates under the doctrine of direct communication, which requires the notary to communicate directly with the signer in a shared language. Third-party interpreters are not authorized for the notarial ceremony. If you need language assistance, your session can be routed to one of the six states that permit interpreters (AZ, CO, FL, MS, NC, PA). ClosingIQ offers 189-language document translation. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
What makes ClosingSignIQ different from DocuSign or BoldSign?
ClosingSignIQ is the only e-signature API with built-in AI document scanning and X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority. Every signature includes a SHA-256 hash-chained audit trail. Plus, our API costs 80% less than DocuSign with $0 per-envelope infrastructure costs.
Ship e-signatures in Kentucky today.
Free tier. X.509 certificates. SHA-256 audit trail. ESIGN Act + Kentucky UETA compliant.