Question 1

Why to sign digital instead of analogue?

Accepted Answer

Because you like to work efficiently. Because you can put your valuable resources to better use elsewhere than printing out documents, signing and/or scanning them back in for emailing. The motto is: Simple, secure signing. Digital signing with sproof is not only resource-saving but also 100% legally valid and DSGVO-compliant.

Question 2

Is the digital signature 100% legally valid?

Accepted Answer

The introduction of the eIDAS Regulation (EU) 910/2014 (Electronic Identification and Authentication Services) in 2006 laid the foundation for legally compliant digital signing throughout Europe. It lays down the exact regulations regarding the highest level of security and conformity for digital signatures. The regulation governs the legal recognition of electronic proof of identity and authentication services.

Question 3

Is sproof sign GDPR compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, sproof is 100% GDPR compliant.

Question 4

How can I invite people to sign?

Accepted Answer

Simply upload the document to be signed and click the "Invite contacts" button in the editor. Here they can access existing contacts or add new email addresses. Afterwards, you can set an order in which you want your contacts to sign and personalize your invitation to sign, if needed.

Question 5

Can signature recipients also choose other signature providers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the QES hub of sproof sign enables the signing person to decide for himself with which QES provider he wants to sign. This increases the chance of a fast and smooth signature progress and enables EU-wide collection of legally valid signatures.

Question 6

Do externals have to pay for signature or be sproof sign user?

Accepted Answer

No. You can obtain an electronic signature from external parties without them having to pay for the signature. As a rule, you pay the costs for the signatures yourself. The recipients do not have to be registered with sproof sign as business or private customers, but can open the document and sign it online immediately.

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