This note outlines the key issues relating to contracts and transactions entered into using electronic communications. It explains what is meant by an electronic contract (e-contract), how the common law and relevant legislation apply and when legal requirements may prevent the use of electronic contracting. It also covers contracting via a website, using clickwrap or browsewrap terms and conditions, issues that arise from email negotiations, the use of electronic signatures (e-signatures) and the sending of unsolicited electronic messages (spam).