What is an electronic signature?
Benefits of the Electronic signature
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The IT procedure that makes the use of this digital tool possible is based on cryptographic techniques that allow the recipient to verify the identity of the sender and control the provenance of the document, while also guaranteeing the integrity of the information contained in it.
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Types of electronic signature
There are three types of electronic signatures, differentiated by the level of
security and legal protection provided. In particular:
SES – Simple Electronic Signature
The legal value of this solution is similar to that of a simple signature tool, so it provides fewer guarantees as to the integrity and authorship of the document. It is the most common type of e-signature and is recommended for all transactions and communications with a low level of risk, e.g. confidentiality agreements, service contracts, the signing of transport documents or the simplest business transactions.
AES – Advanced Electronic Signature
This guarantees a higher level of security: it provides for the verification of the signatory’s identity by means of in-person or remote recognition, such as the recording of a videoconference session with an operator of the chosen provider. Different types of AES are available, ranging from biometric AES to PIN and OTP-based solutions, which can be used for certain everyday transactions, such as personal contracts.
QES – Qualified Electronic Signature
This guarantees a higher level of security: it provides for the verification of the signatory’s identity by means of in-person or remote recognition, such as the recording of a videoconference session with an operator of the chosen provider. Different types of AES are available, ranging from biometric AES to PIN and OTP-based solutions, which can be used for certain everyday transactions, such as personal contracts.
