{"id":35325,"date":"2025-05-27T13:49:36","date_gmt":"2025-05-27T11:49:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/?p=35325"},"modified":"2026-08-26T14:50:34","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T12:50:34","slug":"what-type-of-electronic-signature-do-i-need-for-my-business-processes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/blog\/what-type-of-electronic-signature-do-i-need-for-my-business-processes\/","title":{"rendered":"What type of electronic signature do I need for my business processes?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row type=&#8221;grid&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1547557263471{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;El nuevo reglamento europeo obliga a recabar el consentimiento expl\u00edcito para el tratamiento de los datos de car\u00e1cter personal&#8221; font_color=&#8221;#81d742&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;35335&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;grid&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1679050935288{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1547557427896{padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;80px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742553516084{margin-top: -70px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787748117757{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #F2F2F2 !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><strong>Table of Contents  <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#uno\">Types of electronic signature: how do they differ?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#dos\">More safety, more friction (and how to avoid it)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tres\">How to choose the type of firm according to your business process?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cuatro\">Identification: the key to a valid signature<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cinco\">Multichannel: sign wherever you are<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#seis\">Find a supplier that suits you<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#seis\">In a nutshell<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#siete\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;110px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1746523311544{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]Today, signing documents electronically is commonplace. But not all signature processes are the same, nor do they offer the same level of legal backing. Choosing the right type can help you protect your business without making life difficult for your customers.  <\/p>\n<p>In this article we explain, in a simple way, the <strong>types of electronic signature,<\/strong> their <strong>legal coverage<\/strong> and <strong>when it is convenient to use each one<\/strong>. In addition, we will give you some keys to avoid friction in the process and improve the signing experience. Let&#8217;s get to it![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748335063075{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;uno&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748332997304{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Types of electronic signature: how do they differ?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]According to the <strong>eIDAS Regulation<\/strong> (the European legal framework governing identification and trust services in electronic transactions), there are <strong>three main types of electronic signature.<\/strong> This regulation aims to <strong>provide legal and technical security for digital transactions<\/strong> throughout the European Union.<\/p>\n<p>The types of signature are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Simple electronic signature:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Ideal for low risk processes.<\/li>\n<li>It can be a click, an acceptance by mail, or signing with your finger on a screen.<\/li>\n<li>It is legally valid, but offers fewer guarantees in case of dispute.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advanced electronic signature:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>More secure. It is uniquely linked to the signatory. <\/li>\n<li>It requires mechanisms such as SMS authentication (OTP) or biometric data capture (e.g., the way you sign with your finger).<\/li>\n<li>Suitable for signing contracts and important documents that involve more responsibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Qualified electronic signature:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The most legally robust. Equivalent to a handwritten signature before a notary. <\/li>\n<li>Requires a qualified digital certificate issued by a recognized provider (e.g., the F\u00e1brica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre in Spain).<\/li>\n<li>Very useful for agreements of great economic or legal impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748335067362{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;dos&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748333374208{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><strong>Qualified vs. Simple Electronic Signatures: When Greater Security Can Hinder Conversion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]Although the qualified signature is the most secure, it can also be the most complicated to use. Why? <\/p>\n<p>Because it requires things that many users do not have on hand: a digital certificate, a previous installation, or going through a video-identification process. This can <strong>slow down or even prevent<\/strong> the customer <strong>from<\/strong> signing. <\/p>\n<p>Therefore, <strong>the key is to balance security and usability:<\/strong> choose the type of signature that offers <strong>sufficient legal backing,<\/strong> but <strong>without generating unnecessary friction.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35349 pd-t-10 aligncenter\" title=\"video identification\" src=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/videoidentificacion.webp\" alt=\"Video identification\" width=\"892\" height=\"418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/videoidentificacion.webp 892w, https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/videoidentificacion-300x141.webp 300w, https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/videoidentificacion-768x360.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At MailComms, we offer our clients advanced technology to integrate a <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/certified-digital-identification\/assisted-and-unassisted-video-identification\/\">video identification<\/a> system into their security processes.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748335071458{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;tres&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748333451265{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>How to choose the type of firm according to your business process?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]Here&#8217;s a simple rule of thumb:[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table class=\"tg\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background-color: #46d6ac; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: center; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #ffffff;\"><strong>Signature Type<\/strong><\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #46d6ac; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: center; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #ffffff;\"><strong>When to use it?<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"background-color: #dddddd; font-size: 13px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #46d6ac;\"><strong>Simple<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"font-size: 13px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #46d6ac;\">&#8211; For low-risk processes, such as accepting terms and conditions or registering interest<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"background-color: #dddddd; font-size: 13px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #46d6ac;\"><strong>Advanced<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"font-size: 13px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #46d6ac;\">&#8211; To sign contracts, authorizations or documents with moderate legal implications.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"background-color: #dddddd; font-size: 13px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #46d6ac;\"><strong>Qualified<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"font-size: 13px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 2px solid #46d6ac;\">&#8211; For critical operations: contracts with high economic value, agreements that may end in litigation, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]Always think: <strong>what would happen if this document is challenged before a judge?<\/strong> The greater the risk, the greater the legal coverage must be.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748335075787{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;cuatro&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748334228139{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><strong>How to Verify the Signer&#8217;s Identity to Ensure the Legal Validity of the Electronic Signature<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]The biggest challenge of electronic signatures is to <strong>prove who actually signed.<\/strong> For that, there are different mechanisms:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>OTP (One-Time Password, single-use code via SMS):<\/strong> easy for the signer to use and secure enough for most advanced signature processes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Video identification:<\/strong> Very reliable, although somewhat slower as it involves data collection and evaluation to avoid fraud.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Digital certificates:<\/strong> Very secure, but not everyone has them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The stricter the identification mechanism, the more probative value the signature has. But it can also complicate the user experience.   <strong>The trick is not to demand more than necessary.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748335079914{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;cinco&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748334328250{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><strong>Multichannel electronic signature: SMS, WhatsApp, and email to increase the rate of completed signatures<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]A signing process should be <strong>streamlined and accessible.<\/strong> Being able to send it via email, text message <strong>,<\/strong> or even <strong>certified WhatsApp<\/strong> allows your customers to <strong>sign from any device, without any barriers.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A multi-channel approach and channel switching based on the signer&#8217;s behavior not only improve the experience but also <strong>increase the completion rate<\/strong> and reduce <strong>processing<\/strong> times.<\/p>\n<p>Are you familiar <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/digital-agreement\/virtual-signature-room\/\">with our Virtual Signing Room solution<\/a>? It\u2019s an interactive and secure experience where your clients can sign contractual documents via videoconference. Its main benefit is that it recreates the intimacy of an in-person meeting, which leads to greater customer loyalty.  <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35340 aligncenter pd-t-10\" title=\"multichannel\" src=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/multicanalidad.webp\" alt=\"Multichannel\" width=\"892\" height=\"418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/multicanalidad.webp 892w, https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/multicanalidad-300x141.webp 300w, https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/multicanalidad-768x360.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748335088722{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;seis&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748334388387{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><strong>How to Choose an Electronic Signature Provider That Fits Your Processes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]Every business is different. Therefore, it is ideal to have a supplier that offers <strong>flexible solutions<\/strong> and helps you to adapt the signing process to each specific case. <\/p>\n<p>Find an ally to help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose the most appropriate type of firm according to the risk.<\/li>\n<li>Minimize friction in the user experience.<\/li>\n<li>Use different channels to facilitate the process.<\/li>\n<li>Comply with legal requirements in a simple way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At MailComms Group, we offer simple, advanced, and qualified <a href=\"https:\/\/mailcommsgroup.com\/en\/e-procurement\/electronic-signature\/\">electronic signature solutions that<\/a> can be adapted to every business process and every communication channel with the signer. As Qualified Trust Service Providers (QTSPs) under eIDAS, we guarantee the legal validity of every signature and provide the necessary evidence in the event of a claim or dispute. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748335095962{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;siete&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1748334457602{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><strong>  The Right Electronic Signature Improves Security and the Customer Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]Choosing the right type of electronic signature <strong>isn\u2019t just a technical decision\u2014it\u2019s a strategic one.<\/strong> It\u2019s a matter of <strong>striking a balance<\/strong> between the legal certainty you need and the ease of use your customers expect.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udd10 <strong>More security \u2260 better experience<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83c\udfaf<strong> The best signature is the one that fits your business process<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to know what type of electronic signature each of your company\u2019s processes needs and how to implement it seamlessly, talk to our team<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787748130988{margin-top: -100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;siete&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787748144686{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #47d7ac !important;}&#8221; dp_animation=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What are the three types of electronic signatures according to eIDAS?&#8221; style=&#8221;arrow&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:20px|text_align:left&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Dosis%3A200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221; custom_el_class=&#8221;mg-b-0 fondo-gris-preguntas-frecuentes&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The eIDAS Regulation (EU) No. 910\/2014 establishes three types: (1) Simple electronic signature: any data in electronic form that the signatory uses to sign, without specific technical requirements; (2) Advanced electronic signature: uniquely linked to the signer, it allows for the detection of any subsequent changes to the signed data and requires mechanisms such as SMS-based OTPs or biometrics; (3) Qualified electronic signature: the highest level, equivalent to a handwritten signature throughout the EU, requires a qualified certificate issued by a supervised service provider (QTSP).<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;When should I use a qualified electronic signature instead of an advanced one?&#8221; style=&#8221;arrow&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:20px|text_align:left&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Dosis%3A200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221; custom_el_class=&#8221;mg-b-0 fondo-gris-preguntas-frecuentes&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;\">A qualified signature is required when the process involves high legal or financial risk and could result in litigation: high-value contracts, deeds, agreements affecting fundamental rights, or documents that must be equivalent to a notarial signature. For most standard B2B contracts (services, supplies, HR, standard policies), the advanced electronic signature provides sufficient legal protection with less hassle for the signer. <\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Is a simple electronic signature legally valid?&#8221; style=&#8221;arrow&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:20px|text_align:left&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Dosis%3A200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221; custom_el_class=&#8221;mg-b-0 fondo-gris-preguntas-frecuentes&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Yes, a simple electronic signature is legally valid under eIDAS. However, in the event of a dispute, the burden of proof falls on the party presenting it: that party must demonstrate that the signature corresponds to the declared signer. For low-risk processes (accepting terms and conditions, confirming an appointment, registering interest in a product), a simple signature is sufficient and offers the best user experience.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What is the difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature?&#8221; style=&#8221;arrow&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:20px|text_align:left&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Dosis%3A200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221; custom_el_class=&#8221;mg-b-0 fondo-gris-preguntas-frecuentes&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;\">An electronic signature is a legal concept: any electronic data associated with a signer. A digital signature is a technical concept: it uses asymmetric cryptography (public and private keys) to guarantee the integrity and authenticity of the document. Every qualified signature uses digital signature techniques, but not every digital signature is a qualified signature. In the context of eIDAS, what matters is the legal level (simple, advanced, qualified), not the underlying technology.   <\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How does the delivery channel (SMS, email, WhatsApp) affect the validity of the signature?&#8221; style=&#8221;arrow&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:20px|text_align:left&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Dosis%3A200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221; custom_el_class=&#8221;mg-b-0 fondo-gris-preguntas-frecuentes&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The delivery channel does not determine the type of signature, but it does influence the signer\u2019s experience and the completion rates. What determines the type of signature is the signer\u2019s authentication mechanism (OTP, biometrics, certificate) and who provides it. 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