GlobalSign Qualified Electronic Seal

GlobalSign Qualified Electronic Seal Certificate provides the highest level of legal assurance for authenticating company documents within the EU. In accordance with the eIDAS regulation, it serves as a secure and legally binding digital equivalent to a company’s physical seal, ensuring the authenticity and integrity of electronic documents.

Key Features:

• Legally Equivalent to Physical Seals: Recognized across all EU member states, a Qualified Electronic Seal (QES) has the same legal validity as a traditional company seal, ensuring your electronic documents are fully authenticated.
• Issued by a Qualified Trust Service Provider (QTSP): GlobalSign issues QES certificates following strict identity verification processes, ensuring the authenticity of the organization.
• Qualified Seal Creation Device (QSCD): Certificates are stored on a secure device (QSCD), ensuring that only authorized personnel can apply the seal to documents.
• Adobe Trusted Certificates: GlobalSign’s QES certificates are included in the Adobe Approved Trust List (AATL). Seals applied with these certificates are automatically recognized as valid in Adobe Acrobat and other compatible PDF readers.

Verification Process:

Obtaining a Qualified Electronic Seal Certificate requires a thorough verification process to ensure the highest level of trust and legal validity. For organizations, this involves verifying the company’s identity and supporting documents through one of the following approved local authorities: notary, lawyer, or certified public accountant. This process ensures that the seal is issued to a legitimate and authorized entity.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Security: Utilizes advanced cryptographic technology to protect your company’s digital identity and ensure the integrity of documents.
• Cross-Border Recognition: Accepted in all EU member states, facilitating seamless authentication of electronic documents across borders.
• Risk Mitigation: Ensures that documents are authenticated with verified organizational identities and include tamper-evident seals.
• Supports Digital Workflows: Enables electronic document sealing, reducing reliance on physical seals and paper-based processes.

Seamless Integration with Electronic Signatures:

A Qualified Electronic Seal is not an alternative to a qualified electronic signature. Many organizations use both solutions in tandem: the electronic seal is used to authenticate company documents, while the electronic signature is utilized when an individual’s declaration of intent is required. This combination ensures comprehensive legal and operational security for electronic transactions.

Why Choose GlobalSign's Qualified Electronic Seal Certificate from FairSSL A/S?

GlobalSign delivers Qualified Electronic Seal Certificates that comply with eIDAS standards, providing reliable authentication for your organization’s electronic documents. As a trusted partner, FairSSL A/S offers expert guidance and support throughout the certification process. Our certificates are backed by rigorous identity verification to ensure the highest standards of trust and legal compliance.