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Digital Certificates
IdenTrust Offers the Digital Certificate You Need For Your Digital Notary Seal and Signature
IdenTrust provides the digital certificate for notary professionals required to participate in government and commercial eNotary programs. As a trusted Certification Authority (CA), we offer IGC certificates approved for use by Notary Publics seeking to perform secure, electronic notarizations.
With an identity-based digital certificate, authorized notaries can apply a legally binding digital notary signature and a customized digital notary seal to electronic documents. This process ensures data integrity, non-repudiation, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Notaries may also personalize their digital signature with an electronic seal or a facsimile of their handwritten signature, enhancing both trust and professionalism in remote online notarization (RON) workflows.
IdenTrust does not assist with the creation of the electronic notary seal; however, there are multiple online companies who can provide this type of service. Use your browser to search for "Purchase an electronic notary seal" and several online vendors will be provided.
IdenTrust’s eNotary solutions support remote online notarization (RON), electronic document signing, and identity verification while ensuring trust and legal validity.
IGC Certificates for eNotary Services
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More About eNotarization
Understanding eNotarization Laws and Standards Across Jurisdictions
Change text underneath to: eNotarization laws vary by state, and compliance depends on local regulations. The National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) affirms that each Secretary of State or designated notary commissioning entity holds the authority to define standards for electronic notarizations. These standards are designed to protect digital notary signatures, prevent identity fraud, and ensure public accountability in secure electronic commerce.
NASS has also established a Remote Notarization Task Force to advance understanding of remote and video notarization policies across states, helping notaries and stakeholders navigate evolving legal frameworks.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is an IdenTrust eNotary digital certificate used for?
An IdenTrust eNotary digital certificate is used by commissioned notaries to apply secure, legally binding digital signatures and electronic seals to documents during Remote Online Notarization (RON) or in-person electronic notarizations. These certificates ensure the authenticity and integrity of notarized electronic records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
2. What type of digital certificate is required for performing Remote Online Notarizations?
For RON, you need an X.509-compliant IGC (IdenTrust Global Common) digital certificate. This certificate uses public key infrastructure (PKI) to enable secure digital signing and sealing of documents. It meets the cryptographic and identity verification standards required by most states for remote notarization.
3. What is the difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature in RON?
An electronic signature can be as simple as typing your name or checking a box, but it lacks built-in identity verification. A digital signature, used in RON, is backed by a digital certificate and cryptographic technology that verifies the signer’s identity and ensures the document hasn’t been altered—making it legally enforceable and secure.
4. Are IdenTrust eNotary certificates legally recognized?
Yes. IdenTrust IGC certificates comply with federal and state regulations. IdenTrust eNotary certificates are accepted in many states that permit RON, but requirements vary. Always check with your state’s notary commissioning authority or Secretary of State to confirm that IdenTrust certificates meet their specific RON standards.
5. Do I need multiple certificates if I perform RON services on multiple platforms?
No. You may use the same digital certificate for as many RON platforms as you want, as long as the platform accepts IdenTrust certificates. Always confirm with your RON platform what their digital certificate requirements are.
6. How do I customize my digital notary seal or signature?
While IdenTrust does not provide electronic notary seals, you can purchase one from third-party vendors. Once obtained, you can customize the appearance of your digital signature in applications like Adobe® Acrobat to include your seal and/or a facsimile of your handwritten signature.
7. What should I know before applying for an eNotary certificate?
Ensure that the name on your certificate application exactly matches your notary commission. This includes correct use of middle initials or full names. Mismatches may render the certificate unusable for notarization purposes, and certificates are non-refundable.