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Authorisation compliance for Australia

Commonwealth Electoral Act and state laws require authorisation statements naming the person responsible.

Legal basis

  • Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 § 321D
  • AEC guidelines

What to include in your imprint

  • Authoriser name
  • Address (street and town)
  • Printer details if printed

Where to display the imprint

  • Endorsement pages
  • Embeds

Example imprint text

Authorised by [Name], [Address], for [Party/Candidate].

EndorsementWall ships preset imprint templates for Australia — you can edit per-organisation in the dashboard.

FAQ

Does EndorsementWall handle Authorisation requirements for Australia?

Yes. EndorsementWall ships preset Authorisation templates, lets you set your own per-organisation, and renders the imprint on every public endorsement page, embed, and shareable image.

Is double opt-in required for endorsements in Australia?

EndorsementWall enforces email verification (double opt-in) on every submission, satisfying consent requirements under the rules that apply in Australia.

Compliant endorsement walls for Australia

EndorsementWall handles authorisation display, double opt-in, and consent records out of the box.

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This page is informational and not legal advice. Consult a qualified election lawyer for your specific situation.