The eSignature & agreement glossary
Clear, concise definitions for the terms that matter across digital signing, security, and compliance.
Document Shredding
1. Document Shredding Definition Document Shredding is the secure destruction of paper documents by cutting them into small, unreadable pieces to prevent unauthorized access to…
Document Sign-Off
1. Document Sign-Off Definition Document Sign-Off refers to the formal approval process where one or more individuals verify and approve the content of a document…
Document Signing Certificate
1. Document Signing Certificate Definition A Document Signing Certificate is a digital certificate issued by a Certificate Authority (CA) that verifies the identity of the…
Document Signing Platform
1. Document Signing Platform Definition A Document Signing Platform is a digital platform that enables users to sign documents electronically, often using secure digital signatures…
Document Submission
1. Document Submission Definition Document Submission refers to the process of formally delivering or uploading a document to a designated recipient or system for review…
Document Tracking
Document Tracking in eSignatures refers to the ability to monitor the status and location of an electronic document throughout its lifecycle, from when it is…
Document Validation
1. Document Validation Definition Document Validation is the process of verifying that a document meets the required standards and is accurate, complete, and authentic. Validation…
Document Verification
1. Document Verification Definition Document Verification refers to the process of confirming the authenticity, validity, and integrity of a document. This process involves verifying that…
Document Versioning
1. Document Versioning Definition Document Versioning refers to the process of tracking and managing changes to a document by creating and storing multiple versions as…
Document Workflow
Document Workflow in eSignatures refers to the automated sequence of steps that a document undergoes from creation to completion. It involves processes like reviewing, approval…
Dynamic Signature
1. Dynamic Signature Definition A Dynamic Signature is a type of electronic signature that captures and verifies the biometric characteristics of an individual’s handwritten signature…
eIDAS (Electronic Identification, Authentication, and Trust Services)
1. eIDAS (Electronic Identification, Authentication, and Trust Services) Definition eIDAS (Electronic Identification, Authentication, and Trust Services) is an EU regulation that provides a framework for…