Guidance

Electronic signatures

Explains what electronic signatures are, how to use them, and the role of trust services.

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This guidance is out of date. Read guidance on electronic identification and trust services (eIDAS) from the Information Commissioner’s Office, which contains updated guidance on electronic signatures. The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is now responsible for this policy.

Documents

Electronic signatures: guide

Details

Provides guidance on electronic signatures, including:

  • what they are
  • how to use them
  • different types available
  • glossary of terms and definitions

Updates to this page

Published 8 September 2014
Last updated 18 August 2016 + show all updates
  1. Updated to reflect the new regulations.

  2. First published.

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