Electronic signatures are a legal concept distinct from digital signatures, a cryptographic mechanism often used to implement electronic signatures.

Jul 12, 2025 · One of the most frequent examples of an electronic signature is typing a name into a signature block on a digital form or at the end of an email. This act serves as a symbol of the …

Mar 15, 2023 · An electronic signature is a fast, simple, and secure way of signing a digital document. Although electronic signatures are sometimes mistakenly referred to as “online signatures", …

Mar 13, 2023 · An e-signature (electronic signature) is a digital version of a conventional handwritten signature. In many countries, including the United States, an e-signature can provide the same legal …

Jul 23, 2025 · Simple Electronic Signatures: Typing one’s name or scanning a signature on paper onto an electronic document are among the basic forms of e-signatures. Advanced Electronic Signatures: …

Oct 2, 2025 · Electronic signatures use cryptographic techniques and secure authentication methods to validate the authenticity and integrity of digital documents. When a user signs a document …

An e-signature or electronic signature is an efficient, legal, and secure way to get electronic documents signed quickly. Get started with e-signatures from Adobe.