The eSignature & agreement glossary
Clear, concise definitions for the terms that matter across digital signing, security, and compliance.
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory compliance in eSignatures refers to the adherence of electronic signature solutions to various legal frameworks and standards that ensure the validity, security, and enforceability…
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
1. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Definition Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) is a security model that restricts system access based on the roles assigned to users…
RSA Algorithm
1. RSA Algorithm Definition The RSA Algorithm (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman) is a widely used public key cryptographic algorithm that enables secure data transmission by encrypting data with…
Secure Document Storage
1. Secure Document Storage Definition Secure Document Storage refers to the practice of storing digital documents in a secure environment where access is controlled, and…
Secure Electronic Transaction (SET)
1. Secure Electronic Transaction (SET) Definition Secure Electronic Transaction (SET) is a security protocol designed to ensure the secure transmission of payment information over the…
Secure Envelope
1. Secure Envelope Definition A Secure Envelope is a digital mechanism that encapsulates sensitive data or documents in a secure, encrypted format to ensure confidentiality…
Secure Key Storage
1. Secure Key Storage Definition Secure Key Storage refers to the methods and practices used to securely store cryptographic keys used in encryption and decryption…
Secure Socket Layer (SSL)
1. Secure Socket Layer (SSL) Definition Secure Socket Layer (SSL) is a cryptographic protocol designed to provide secure communication over the internet. SSL ensures that…
Send later
1. Send Later Definition Send Later is a feature that allows users to schedule the sending of documents, emails, or requests for signatures at a…
Sequential Signing
1. Sequential Signing Definition Sequential Signing is a signing process where documents are signed by multiple parties in a specific, pre-determined order. In this workflow…
Sign Here Tag
1. Sign Here Tag Definition A Sign Here Tag is a visual marker or placeholder added to an electronic document indicating where a signer needs…
Signatory
1. Signatory Definition A Signatory is an individual or entity that signs a document, contract, or agreement, thereby indicating their approval, consent, or acknowledgment. The…