It is represented by a drawing or doodle<\/h2>\n
Again, this is one of the most widespread e-signature myths. It is a widespread myth, since none of its versions can be represented by a stroke or a drawing.<\/p>\n
The only exception where it is allowed is in the case of handwritten signatures. In fact, this option is the most common form of graphic representation. Think of the graphic that appears on any identification document such as a passport or National Identity Card (DNI). However, although this graphic allows the citizen to be legally identified in face-to-face procedures, its use is limited to this scenario. In any digital procedure, you will have to use its electronic equivalent or, on the contrary, a digital certificate.<\/p>\n
It is easy to forge<\/h2>\n
Not at all. It is practically impossible to do so, since it is backed by cryptographic technology, identity verification processes and digital certificates, among others. However, the situation changes when we talk about forging a scanned or traced scribble on a document. This could be easily forged, so it is necessary to be very cautious.<\/p>\n
All of them comply with the eIDAS Regulation<\/h2>\n
As you will know if you are a regular user of our blog, the eIDAS Regulation is the framework that governs digital identification and trust services valid in Europe. It distinguishes three types (simple, advanced and recognized) and defines their standards and rules.<\/p>\n
However, at its most basic level, a document can be completed by checking a box or attaching a scribble. However, it could be easily forged and would not offer any kind of guarantee.<\/p>\n
What are the eIDAS requirements?<\/h3>\n\n- Be uniquely linked to the recipient and be created using data that this person uses and controls exclusively<\/li>\n
- Be able to identify him\/her<\/li>\n
- Enable any subsequent changes to be detected<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Anyone can verify the identity<\/h2>\n
False. This is another of the great myths about electronic signatures. The only person or entity that can verify identity in this context is a Digital Certification Authority<\/a> or a Certification Service Provider (CSP), since they are responsible for issuing the digital certificates used to sign electronically.<\/p>\nWe can legally support your authentication processes<\/h2>\n
We are a Digital Certification Entity accredited in different countries, so we are trained and authorized to verify the identity of any person involved in a process:<\/p>\n
\n- In Colombia<\/a>, we are accredited by the National Accreditation Body (ONAC)<\/li>\n
- In Dominican Republic<\/a>, we are authorized by the Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (Indotel).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In addition, all our solutions are aligned with the eIDAS Regulation of the European Union, which allows us to offer the full range of possibilities in digital identification, with full legal validity in Europe and Latin America.<\/p>\n
5 misconceptions you should avoid<\/h3>\n
After debunking some of the most common myths about electronic signatures, it is important to remember the key points we have discussed:<\/p>\n
\n- Not all signatures are legally equivalent<\/li>\n
- A scribble is not a valid digital signature<\/span><\/li>\n
- Digital signatures cannot be easily forged<\/span><\/li>\n
- Not all of them comply with the eIDAS Regulation<\/span><\/li>\n
- Identity cannot be verified by anyone<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In Viafirma we are here to help you sign with confidence, security and regulatory compliance.<\/p>\n
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Anyone can verify the identity<\/h2>\n
False. This is another of the great myths about electronic signatures. The only person or entity that can verify identity in this context is a Digital Certification Authority<\/a> or a Certification Service Provider (CSP), since they are responsible for issuing the digital certificates used to sign electronically.<\/p>\n We are a Digital Certification Entity accredited in different countries, so we are trained and authorized to verify the identity of any person involved in a process:<\/p>\n In addition, all our solutions are aligned with the eIDAS Regulation of the European Union, which allows us to offer the full range of possibilities in digital identification, with full legal validity in Europe and Latin America.<\/p>\n After debunking some of the most common myths about electronic signatures, it is important to remember the key points we have discussed:<\/p>\n In Viafirma we are here to help you sign with confidence, security and regulatory compliance.<\/p>\nWe can legally support your authentication processes<\/h2>\n
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5 misconceptions you should avoid<\/h3>\n
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