SES Compliance
Under the European Union’s eIDAS Regulation (EU No. 910/2014), electronic signatures are legally recognized across all member states. The regulation defines three levels of electronic signatures:
- Simple Electronic Signature (SES)
- Advanced Electronic Signature (AES)
- Qualified Electronic Signature (QES)
SES, or Simple Electronic Signature, is the most basic form. It includes actions like clicking “I agree,” typing a name, or uploading a scanned signature. While SES does not require identity verification or cryptographic security, it is still legally valid under eIDAS—provided it can demonstrate intent, identity, and document integrity.
BoldSign supports SES-compliant workflows, enabling users to sign documents quickly and efficiently while remaining within the bounds of eIDAS for low-risk transactions. SES is ideal for everyday agreements, internal approvals, and non-sensitive contracts.
SES FAQ
Simple Electronic Signature is any electronic data used to indicate agreement, such as a typed name, checkbox, or scanned signature. It’s legally valid under eIDAS but offers the lowest level of assurance.
Yes. Article 25 of eIDAS states that electronic signatures cannot be denied legal effect solely because they are electronic. SES is admissible in court, though its evidentiary strength depends on how well it demonstrates intent, identity, and integrity.
It is always important to review your individual compliance needs. Generally, SES is suitable for low-risk documents like internal approvals, NDAs, or basic service agreements. For high-value or regulated transactions (e.g., property transfers, cross-border contracts), QES is recommended.
BoldSign maintains audit trails, timestamping, and secure transmission protocols to support SES workflows. These features help demonstrate signer intent and document integrity, aligning with eIDAS expectations.
Yes, BoldSign allows users to enable QES via integration with Evrotrust, a Qualified Trust Service Provider (QTSP). This ensures full compliance with the highest eIDAS standards when needed.
No. Unlike QES, SES does not require formal identity verification. However, using secure access methods (e.g., email authentication, IP tracking) can strengthen its legal standing.
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