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WHAT IS DIGITAL SIGNATURE CERTIFICATION:

Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) are the digital equivalent (i.e electronic format) of physical or paper certificates. A digital certificate can be presented electronically to prove one’s identity, to access information or services on the Internet or to sign certain documents digitally.

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL CERTIFICATES ARE:

  • Drivers' licenses
  • Passports or
  • Membership cards.

TYPES OF DIGITAL SIGNATURE CERTIFICATE

  • Class 1 - The name and email address of individuals can be verified. This is not to be used by companies
  • Class 2 - A Class 2 digital signature certificate verifies the identity of a person against a pre-verified, trusted database. This is the one needed for companies or trusts to file their tax returns
  • Class 3 - This is the highest level where the person needs to present himself or herself in front of a Registration Authority (RA) and prove his/ her identity.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR DSC:

  • The application form from the applicant
  • ID photo as proof – Copy of Pan or (in case of foreign national – Passport)
  • Address proof – Aadhar Card
  • Passport Size photo of the applicant
  • Email address
  • Phone number

VALIDITY OF DSC

There are different types of digital signature certificate available and while getting one, you can choose the validity duration as well

  • Minimum OF 1 year and
  • Maximum of 3 years

IMPORTANCE OF DSC

  • Digital signatures are the most secure form of electronic signatures and the most trustworthy, making them ideal for sensitive legal documents and contracts.
  • The certification and authenticity information stored within a digital signature is very difficult to manipulate or forge.
  • It is still important to keep the specific requirements of your country in mind when it comes to the legality of digital signatures

BENEFITS OF DIGITAL SIGNATURE:

Cost effective

  • Digital signatures are the most secure form of electronic signatures and the most trustworthy, making them ideal for sensitive legal documents and contracts.
  • But with the Digital Signature Certificate, you can sign the PDF files and send them quickly.

Time-Saving

  • It helps to save time with a click of a button.

Legal Validity

  • It helps to build authenticity which can be used in any court.

High Security

  • Documents that are signed digitally cannot be altered or edited after signing, which makes the data safe and secure.

Workflow Efficiency

  • These signatures guarantee higher workflow efficiency. Managing and trailing documents are simpler and quicker.