The eSignature & agreement glossary
Clear, concise definitions for the terms that matter across digital signing, security, and compliance.
Cryptographic Hash
A Cryptographic Hash is a mathematical algorithm that transforms an input (or message) into a fixed-size string of characters, which appears random. In eSignatures, cryptographic…
Cryptography
1. Cryptography Definition Cryptography is the practice of securing information and communications through the use of codes, encryption, and algorithms, ensuring that only authorized parties…
Data in Transit
1. Data in Transit Definition Data in Transit refers to data that is actively being transferred between systems, devices, or networks. This includes data sent…
Decryption
1. Decryption Definition Decryption is the process of converting encrypted data (ciphertext) back into its original, readable form (plaintext) using a decryption key. This process…
Digital Certificate
A Digital Certificate is a cryptographic tool issued by a Certificate Authority (CA) that verifies the identity of the certificate holder and binds it to…
Digital Document Storage
1. Digital Document Storage Definition Digital Document Storage refers to the secure, electronic storage of documents in a cloud-based or local system. It enables organizations…
Digital Envelope
1. Digital Envelope Definition A Digital Envelope is a secure method for transmitting encrypted information using both symmetric and asymmetric encryption. The data itself is…
Digital Identity Certificate
1. Digital Identity Certificate Definition A Digital Identity Certificate is a digital document issued by a Certificate Authority (CA) that authenticates the identity of an…
Digital Identity Management
1. Digital Identity Management Definition Digital Identity Management refers to the processes and technologies used to manage the lifecycle of digital identities, including their creation…
Digital Key
1. Digital Key Definition A Digital Key is a string of characters or a cryptographic value used in encryption and decryption processes to secure digital…
Digital Locker
1. Digital Locker Definition A Digital Locker is a secure cloud-based storage solution that allows individuals and organizations to store, access, and manage their digital…
Digital Rights Management (DRM)
1. Digital Rights Management (DRM) Definition Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a set of technologies used to control the access, usage, and distribution of digital…