What is E-signature?
Electronic Signature
It is an electronic method that allows digital documents to be legally signed and authenticated.
Overview
E-signature is the digital equivalent of a signature on physical paper. It ensures that the document has not been changed since the moment it was signed and the identity of the person who signed it. It is the fundamental technology that eliminates the use of paper in the modern business world.
How it works
Cryptographic methods are used during the signing process. When a document is signed, the system records the current state of the document like a fingerprint; If the document is subsequently changed, the signature becomes invalid.
Where it is used
It is used in contracts, banking transactions and official correspondence.
Commonly confused with
Simply pasting your name as an image file onto a document is not an e-signature; There must be a legal verification process behind it.
Frequently asked questions
How is it different from a physical signature?
An e-signature can mathematically prove the integrity of the document, while a physical signature only provides visual evidence.
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