A Document Signing Certificate is a digital certificate used to validate the authenticity and integrity of electronic documents. It ensures that the document is unaltered and that the signer’s identity is verifiable, providing legal and secure assurance for electronic transactions.

Key Features:

  1. Authentication: Confirms the identity of the document’s signer.
  2. Integrity: Ensures the document has not been tampered with after signing.
  3. Non-Repudiation: Prevents the signer from denying their signature on the document.
  4. Legal Compliance: Often used to meet regulatory standards for electronic documents.

Use Cases:

  • Signing contracts or agreements.
  • Legal filings.
  • Medical or financial records.
  • Software and code signing.