The eSignature & agreement glossary
Clear, concise definitions for the terms that matter across digital signing, security, and compliance.
Signature Alias
1. Signature Alias Definition A Signature Alias is an alternative name, pseudonym, or representation used by an individual when signing a document. In digital environments…
PFX files
1. PFX Files Definition PFX Files (Personal Information Exchange) are encrypted files that store private keys, certificates, and sometimes the certificate chain. PFX files are…
Legal Proof
1. Legal Proof Definition Legal Proof refers to the evidence or documentation required to demonstrate the authenticity, validity, or enforceability of an agreement, transaction, or…
Legal Signature
1. Legal Signature Definition A Legal Signature refers to a signature that meets the legal requirements for validity and enforceability in the jurisdiction where the…
Mobile Certificate
1. Mobile Certificate Definition A Mobile Certificate is a digital certificate that is used to authenticate a user’s identity and verify electronic transactions or signatures…
Mobile eSigning
1. Mobile eSigning Definition Mobile eSigning refers to the process of electronically signing documents using a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. Mobile…
Mobile Key Management
1. Mobile Key Management Definition Mobile Key Management refers to the process of securely managing cryptographic keys on mobile devices. It involves generating, distributing, storing…
Mobile SDK
1. Mobile SDK Definition A Mobile Software Development Kit (SDK) is a set of tools, libraries, and code samples that developers use to build applications…
Multi-Factor Authentication
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a security mechanism used in eSignature platforms that requires users to verify their identity using two or more independent factors before…
Multi-Signature
1. Multi-Signature Definition A Multi-Signature (or Multi-Sig) is a type of electronic signature that requires two or more individuals to sign a document before it…
Non-repudiation
1. Non-repudiation Definition Non-repudiation is a security concept that ensures a party in a transaction cannot deny their involvement or the authenticity of their actions…
Notarization
1. Notarization Definition Notarization is the official process by which a notary public verifies the identity of signers and witnesses the signing of a document…