Wherewolf has introduced a powerful new feature called “Initial to Agree”, designed to make sure your guests acknowledge the most important terms of your waiver.
When guests sign, they are usually faced with a block of text filled with crucial terms. But let’s be honest, not everyone reads every line in detail. That’s where “Initial to Agree” steps in, giving you a smart way to highlight the most critical clauses and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
What is an “Initial to Agree” Clause?
This feature allows you to highlight specific clauses in your digital waiver that guests must initial individually before completing the form. Clauses that are accepted are recorded in the waiver pdf independently along with the customers initial, and can be easily referenced in the dashboard if disputed Whether it’s your most important safety rule, a high-risk activity acknowledgment, or an insurance requirement, the initial acts as an extra checkpoint. to confirm your terms have been sighted.
Why it Matters
For many operators, the only way to guarantee guests acknowledged critical clauses was to stick with paper waivers. That’s no longer necessary. Initial to agree is built directly into your digital waiver, giving you the same level of security and compliance as paper, but without the hassle.
For existing Wherewolf customers with waivers that previously didn’t highlight critical clauses, updating is now simple. You can add initials exactly where needed, giving your waivers clarity and protection.
The Benefits
- Meet Insurance and Legal Requirements
Some insurers or regulators require proof that participants acknowledged specific risks or rules. “Initial to Agree” provides exactly that, helping you stay compliant.
- Highlight Critical Terms
Guests are guided to the clauses that matter most, like safety rules or risk acknowledgements, ensuring key points aren’t skimmed. - Provide Secure, Verifiable Proof
Each initial is stored within the waiver, creating a record that’s easy to retrieve for insurers, lawyers, or regulators. - Reduce Risk and Misunderstandings
By prompting guests to actively acknowledge important clauses, you protect your business and improve guest understanding of responsibilities and risks.
When to Use It
“Initial to Agree” is particularly useful for:
- High-risk activities like ziplining, scuba diving, white-water rafting, or rock climbing.
- Special safety instructions such as “Stay within the marked trail” or “Do not operate equipment without supervision.”
- Health-related disclosures such as “I confirm I am not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.”
- Age or consent requirements for minors or guardians.
In Summary
With Wherewolf’s new “Initial to Agree” feature, you can be confident your most critical waiver clauses are not overlooked. Guests are more informed, and you'll meet the expectations often stipulated by insurers or legal advisors to highlight key clauses?
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