MA E-Signature API
ClosingSignIQ in Massachusetts
Embed legally binding e-signatures in your Massachusetts application. Every signed document sealed with an X.509 digital certificate from our Certificate Authority. Massachusetts has adopted UETA. ESIGN Act compliant. $0 per-envelope cost.
MA E-Signature Law
Electronic signatures are legally binding in Massachusetts.
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
Massachusetts has adopted UETA
Massachusetts adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, providing state-level recognition of electronic signatures.
Remote Notarization
Legal since 2023
Massachusetts permits Remote Online Notarization (RON). Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 222, Section 16
Notary Fee Cap
$1.25 per notarial act
ClosingSignIQ e-signatures are $5/envelope (Pay-Go) or FREE on Pro+, regardless of state. Notarization fees follow state law.
MA Documents
Common Massachusetts documents for e-signature.
Real estate closing documents
Powers of attorney
Business formation documents
Academic transcripts
Estate planning documents
Key Massachusetts industries using ClosingSignIQ:
Higher education and researchBiotechnology and life sciencesFinancial servicesTechnology
Massachusetts
E-signatures where Massachusetts does business.
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Integration
Add e-signatures to your Massachusetts app in minutes.
your-massachusetts-app/api/sign.ts
// Send a real estate closing documents for e-signature in Massachusetts
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 closing documents — Massachusetts',
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
MA Cities
ClosingSignIQ API in Massachusetts cities.
FAQ
E-signature API questions for Massachusetts.
Is remote online notarization legal in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts enacted permanent RON legislation in 2023 after relying on emergency pandemic orders. Notaries must complete electronic notarization training and register with the Secretary of the Commonwealth. 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 Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has one of the lowest notary fee caps in the country at just $1.25 per notarial act, a rate unchanged since 1962. 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 Massachusetts?
Submit your notarized document to the Secretary of the Commonwealth in Boston with a $6 fee. Walk-in processing is available. Mail-in processing takes 3-5 business days. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Is RON used for real estate closings in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts is an attorney-required state for real estate closings, and RON has streamlined the process. Attorneys can supervise remote closings, which is especially popular in the Boston metro area. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Can academic documents be notarized via RON in Massachusetts?
Yes. With its numerous universities and colleges, Massachusetts sees high demand for notarized academic transcripts, diplomas, and research agreements, all of which can be handled through RON. 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 Massachusetts?
No. Massachusetts 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.
Other States
ClosingSignIQ API is available in all 50 states.
Ship e-signatures in Massachusetts today.
Free tier. X.509 certificates. SHA-256 audit trail. ESIGN Act + Massachusetts UETA compliant.