{"id":28766,"date":"2024-10-08T17:55:48","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T15:55:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/?p=28766"},"modified":"2025-11-19T14:25:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T13:25:59","slug":"signature-digit-contracts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/signature-digit-contracts\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital signature of contracts: how valid is it and what are its benefits?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;28950&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][vc_raw_html css=&#8221;&#8221;]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[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190001688{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #F2F2F2 !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><strong>Table of Contents  <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#uno\">What is the digital signature of contracts?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#dos\">What is the signing of contracts with electronic signature?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tres\">How valid is the digital signature of contracts?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cuatro\">How to sign a contract with digital signature<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cinco\">Benefits of digitally signing a contract: security, speed and efficiency<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#seis\">Considerations and challenges when using digital signature<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#siete\">Conclusion: Is digital signature the best option for you?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ocho\">Get to know our electronic signature software for companies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#nueve\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;100px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190068158{margin-top: -70px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;uno&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727855391726{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>What is the digital signature of contracts?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The digital signature of contracts is <strong>a set of electronic data attached to a digital document<\/strong> for the purpose of identifying the signatory and showing his consent to the contents of the document.<\/p>\n<p>There are <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/electronic-signature-types\/\">several types of electronic signature<\/a><\/strong>The simple or basic one, the advanced one and the qualified one. The latter is the most secure, since it involves signing the contract with a digital certificate. <\/p>\n<p><em>&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/digitalization-legal-communications-insurance\/\">Want to learn more about how digitizing legal communications helps improve your company&#8217;s processes?<\/a><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; el_id=&#8221;dos&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190071310{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727855459469{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>What is the signing of contracts with electronic signature?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]We already know that it <strong>is possible to sign a contract with a digital signature,<\/strong> but what does this process consist of? In short, it is a method that allows you to sign remotely using digital certificates issued by certification authorities, ensuring the identity of the signatory and the authenticity of the document by means of cryptography.  It is also a very valuable process in the <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/digitalization-processes-company\/\" rel=\"noopener\">digitization of your company&#8217;s processes<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; el_id=&#8221;tres&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190074374{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727855489098{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>How valid is the digital signature of contracts?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In Spain, <strong>the digital signature of contracts has full legal validity<\/strong> under Regulation (EU) No. 910\/2014, known as eIDAS, which equates it to a handwritten signature. Even so, for the validity of such a contract it is also important that the requirements set out in the Civil Code are met.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; el_id=&#8221;cuatro&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190077326{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727855670133{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>How to sign a contract with digital signature<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28953 alignright pd-l-20 pd-t-10 imagen-firma\" title=\"digital-contracts-signature\" src=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/firma-contratos-digitales-1.webp\" alt=\"Digital contract signature\" width=\"350\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/firma-contratos-digitales-1.webp 350w, https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/firma-contratos-digitales-1-272x300.webp 272w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/>The <strong>process for digitally signing contracts is relatively simple<\/strong>. These are the most common steps: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose the appropriate platform to sign a contract with digital signature and the type of signature to be used.<\/li>\n<li>Draw up and upload the contract to the platform. Select the place where you want to insert the digital signature. <\/li>\n<li>The employee receives the contract, fills in the different fields and signs from the computer or mobile device.<\/li>\n<li>Once signed, the system generates a code that ensures the authenticity of the document.<\/li>\n<li>The employee sends the document and it is received by the company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In some cases, during the formalization of the contract it will be necessary to have a personal live guided consultation. If this is the case, it is ideal to do so in a virtual signing room. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/electronic-contracting\/virtual-signature-room\/\">virtual signature room.<\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190084190{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727855971021{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>Requirements to sign a contract with a digital certificate<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]In order to <strong>electronically sign contracts using a digital certificate,<\/strong> it is necessary to comply with these three basic requirements:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Have a valid <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/digital-certificates-types\/\">digital certificate<\/a> issued by an accredited certifying entity (in this article we tell you more about <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/digital-certificate-what-does-it-serve\/\">what an electronic certificate is and what it is used for<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li>Access to a compatible device (computer, tablet or smartphone).<\/li>\n<li>Internet connection to validate the signature through the corresponding platform.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190089102{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727855986021{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>Procedure to sign a secure online contract<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The online digital signature process follows strict security protocols to guarantee the confidentiality and integrity of the contract. It is advisable to <strong>use an electronic signature software that has the highest certifications in security and data privacy,<\/strong> to avoid fraud or unauthorized access.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190092286{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;cinco&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856039757{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Benefits of digitally signing a contract: security, speed and efficiency<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The adoption of digital signatures in contracts not only <strong>guarantees legal validity<\/strong>, but also provides other significant benefits for companies.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Security.<\/strong>  Digital signatures are backed by advanced cryptography, which ensures that contracts cannot be altered after they are signed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Speed.<\/strong>  There is no need to wait for the parties to meet physically or to send documents by mail. For example, the digital signature on employment contracts is perfect for employees who work remotely or to finalize <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/onboarding-digital-and-signature-electronics\/\">digital onboarding processes<\/a> in a secure and agile way. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Effectiveness.<\/strong>  The process is automated, reducing administrative time and errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190097318{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856126445{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>Advantages of using digital signatures compared to other traditional methods<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Compared to handwritten signatures and other simpler forms of electronic signatures, digital signatures have several advantages:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cost savings and sustainability.<\/strong>  There is no need to print, scan or send physical documents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Traceability.<\/strong>  Each time a document is digitally signed, a detailed record of who signed, when and how is generated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190102710{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856235053{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>The impact of digital signatures in employment contracts and other areas<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Digital signatures are revolutionizing the way in which employment contracts, agreements and confidentiality agreements are managed. In addition, its use has been extended to other areas such as the contracting of services, commercial agreements and purchase and sale processes, offering <strong>greater flexibility and security in these procedures<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p>A clear example where we have seen its relevance in recent years is in digital contracting through electronic signatures in the insurance sector. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/digital-contracting-through-electronic-signature-in-the-insurance-sector\/\">digital contracting through electronic signature in the insurance sector, which has streamlined policy<\/a><\/strong>which has speeded up the formalization of policies.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190106262{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;seis&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856328500{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Considerations and challenges when using digital signature<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Although digital signatures offer great benefits, it is important to take into account some challenges, such as the fact that <strong>not all people have access or knowledge to use digital certificates<\/strong>. In addition, it is crucial to protect certificates and private keys to avoid their misuse.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-28956\" title=\"electronic-signature-contracts-electronic-signature\" src=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/firma-contratos-firma-electronica.webp\" alt=\"Signing contracts with electronic signature\" width=\"892\" height=\"418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/firma-contratos-firma-electronica.webp 892w, https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/firma-contratos-firma-electronica-300x141.webp 300w, https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/firma-contratos-firma-electronica-768x360.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190109606{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;siete&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856391508{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Conclusion: Is digital signature the best option for you?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The digital signature of contracts has established itself as a fundamental tool in today&#8217;s business environment. If you are looking for a <strong>secure, efficient and legally valid method to manage contracts,<\/strong> the digital signature is an excellent option.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190112854{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;ocho&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856432628{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Get to know our electronic signature software for companies<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Do you need to optimize your contract signing processes? Our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/e-procurement\/electronic-signature\/\">electronic signature software<\/a><\/strong> <strong>is the ideal solution for your company.<\/strong> Developed with our own technology, it offers full traceability in each transaction and is highly configurable to adapt to your needs. <\/p>\n<p>Supports all types of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/simple-electronic-signature-simple-advanced-and-qualified-principal-features-and-which-choose\/\">electronic signatures (simple, advanced and qualified)<\/a><\/strong> and allows signing several documents at the same time and adding additional files. It also supports the participation of multiple signers in the same process and is compatible with a variety of devices. <\/p>\n<p>&gt;  Related content: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/delivery-validity-documents-claims-email-certificate-insurers\/\">How an insurer can guarantee delivery and validity of documents with certified email.<\/a><\/em>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190117078{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;nueve&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856539964{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190122166{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856559020{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>How to verify a digital signature on a contract?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]You can verify the validity of a digital signature using a digital certificate reader or through platforms that offer this functionality.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190126710{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856587852{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>When is the digital signature mandatory?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The digital signature is mandatory for certain online administrative procedures (for example, at the Tax Agency) and for legal entities.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190136918{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856613932{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>What is the difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The digital signature is an advanced form of electronic signature, which uses digital certificates to guarantee the identity of the signatory and the integrity of the document.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190132062{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727856656755{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><strong>Can I safely sign a contract online?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Yes, it is possible to digitally sign contracts securely, provided you use qualified platforms and digital certificates issued by accredited entities and, when required, you have completed <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/know-your-customer-kyc-never-was-more-necessary-and-beneficial\/\" rel=\"noopener\">the mandatory KYC process<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739190138798{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No one is in any doubt: digitization has revolutionized the way companies and organizations manage their operations. One of the areas that has evolved the most is the digital signature of contracts, which has gained prominence as a secure, fast and legal alternative to traditional paper-based signatures. Do you want to know all the details of the electronic signature of contracts? 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