The Legality of E-Signatures

Under acts like the ESIGN Act in the US and eIDAS in the EU, digital signatures carry the same weight as physical ones for the vast majority of personal and business transactions. This has enabled the remote-work revolution, allowing contracts to be finalized in minutes across oceans.

The Technology Behind the Pen

Unlike simple images of a signature, secure digital signatures often involve cryptographic hashing to prove that the document hasn't been altered after signing. OncePDF provides a 'Privacy-First' signing experience by allowing you to generate and apply your signature locally, ensuring your biometric pen data never leaves your environment.

When to Use Digital Signatures

  • Closing business contracts and NDAs.
  • Signing rental agreements and mortgage documents.
  • Authorizing medical releases and educational forms.