Waiver and release template
Have participants waive their right to bring claims and release your organization from liability. Whether for activities, events, or settlements — a signed waiver with a verifiable audit trail provides strong legal protection.
What this template covers
- Parties and activity description
- Acknowledgment of risks
- Waiver of claims
- Release of liability
- Indemnification
- Covenant not to sue
- Signature and date
Common use cases
How to send a waiver and release for e-signature
- Upload your document — drag and drop your waiver and release PDF into SignOwl, or use our template as a starting point.
- Add signature fields — use AI field detection to automatically place signature, date, and name fields, or add them manually.
- Send for signing — enter the signer's email and hit send. They'll get a link to sign from any device.
- Get the signed copy — both parties receive the signed document with a tamper-proof audit trail and SHA-256 verification.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a waiver and a release?
A waiver is a prospective agreement to give up future claims before an event. A release is typically retrospective — given after an incident in exchange for settlement. Many documents combine both.
Can a waiver protect against all liability?
No. Waivers generally can't protect against gross negligence, intentional harm, or statutory rights. They're most effective for ordinary risks inherent to an activity. Consult local law for enforceability.
Does a waiver need to be signed by a parent for minors?
Yes. Minors cannot sign legal waivers. A parent or legal guardian must sign on their behalf. Add both the minor's name and a parent signature field in SignOwl.
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