Read the document thoroughly before signing; never sign on behalf of others or on blank paper
Once signed, it is valid; a fingerprint is as valid as a signature. Claims of "not seeing clearly" or "thinking it was something else" are difficult to establish in court. Therefore, spend a few extra minutes reading from beginning to end, ask questions on the spot if something is incomprehensible, and take photos for your records. Do not sign for others, do not sign on blank paper, and clearly state the purpose on copies of your ID card.
There is no cost involved. Simply spend a few extra minute…
Legally executed contracts are protected by law and bind both parties. Once signed, obligations must be fulfil…
There is no cost involved. Simply spend a few extra minutes reading contracts, IOUs, guarantee letters, and employment documents from start to finish. Ask questions on the spot if anything is unclear, and take photos for your records. The real challenge is reading everything carefully while the other party is watching.
Legally executed contracts are protected by law and bind both parties. Once signed, obligations must be fulfilled as agreed. Article 490 of the Civil Code states that contracts formed in writing become effective when parties “sign, affix seals, or press fingerprints.” Fingerprints are treated equally with signatures and seals, so a contract remains valid even with just a fingerprint. Attempts to deny responsibility by claiming lack of awareness won’t succeed in court. Avoiding such signatures prevents you from inheriting debts or liabilities that aren’t yours (nationwide).
全国人大 (2020). 民法典（第四百六十五、四百九十、五百零九条）. https://www.spp.gov.cn/spp/fl/202006/t20200602_463888.shtml
Open source link“Do not sign for others, do not sign blank paper, and write the intended use on copies of your ID” are practical precautions based on experience, with no separate official document covering them. They share one aim: to prevent your signature from being incorporated into a legally binding contract that you would have to honor. Courts generally also recognize electronic signatures and facial recognition confirmations as your own signature. If an acquaintance asks you to use facial recognition or sign to help obtain a loan, see Item 45 (helping with facial recognition). If you have already signed a blank employment contract, see Section 19, Item 25 (get your own copy of the employment contract).