What is an electronic seal? An electronic seal is data in electronic form attached to, or logically associated with, other data in order to guarantee the origin and integrity of those data on behalf of a legal person. The underlying logic is...
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In the Electronic Signature category, explore the legal and technical issues linked to the digitalisation of signature processes. Through these insights, Evidency guides you in selecting and deploying signature solutions that comply with your sector’s regulations and meet your specific business needs.
Electronic signature, when judges say no
Absence or inadmissibility of the evidence file It is useful to recall briefly that what is commonly referred to as the “evidence file”, sometimes also described as an “evidence dossier” or, in the case of DocuSign, a “certificate of completion”,...
Trust service provider (TSP): definition, role and legal implications of trust services
Key points on trust service providers A trust service provider (TSP) delivers trust services intended to guarantee the authenticity, integrity and legally reliable dating of electronic documents and data. The reference legal framework is the eIDAS...
Electronic signature : 2025 overview of case law
Key takeaways Litigation relating to electronic signatures remains stable in volume but has expanded significantly into B2B leasing, which is now frequently challenged. In 2025, courts of appeal more often rejected electronic signatures, adopting a...
Admissible digital evidence: what safeguards should be required in the event of a dispute?
Key points on admissible digital evidence An electronic record has the same evidential weight as a paper document, subject to certain conditions. Two fundamental requirements apply: identification of the author and integrity of the document. The...
Guide to electronic signatures: choosing the appropriate level and securing the evidential value of your documents
Key points to remember about electronic signatures Electronic signatures apply to natural persons; this differs from the electronic seal, which applies to legal entities. Under the eIDAS Regulation, there are four levels of electronic signature:...
Enhancing the evidentiary value of electronic signatures through timestamping and electronic seals
Key takeaways The evidential value of an electronic signature is based on the identity of the signatory, the integrity of the document and the reliability of the signing process, beyond the mere eIDAS signature level. Even a qualified electronic...
Difference between Electronic Seal and Electronic Signature: which one to secure your documents?
Electronic Signature: engaging an individual The European eIDAS regulation[1] defines an electronic signature as a set of “data in electronic form which are attached to or logically associated with other data in electronic form and which the...