REDCap e-Consent
The research data management tool that does it all.
Overview
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) is a secure web application for building and managing online surveys and databases. It includes an e-Consent framework that allows researchers at partner institutions to create electronic consent forms. It's not a standalone commercial product but a feature within a platform that is free for non-profit organizations in the REDCap Consortium. It provides a compliant and auditable method for obtaining consent.
✨ Key Features
- Integrated with REDCap surveys and databases
- PDF auto-archiving of consent forms
- Simple signature capture
- Version control
- Free for consortium members
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Free for a large consortium of non-profit institutions
- Widely used and supported within the academic research community
- Highly flexible and customizable
Unique Value: Provides a powerful, flexible, and free data capture and e-consent tool for academic and non-profit researchers, supported by a vast community.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Low-cost electronic consenting for grant-funded studies
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Commercial pharmaceutical sponsors needing a validated, enterprise-supported system
- Organizations not part of the REDCap consortium
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a no-cost, research-focused alternative to commercial EDC/eConsent systems, making it accessible for studies with limited funding.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Community & Institutional Admins tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free for non-profit partners in the REDCap Consortium. Hosted and supported by the local institution.
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