# Electronic and Digital Signatures ### Electronic Signature A **basic digital signing method**, examples include: * Typing your name in a signature box * Pasting an image of your signature * Clicking a “Sign” button Electronic signatures show intent but usually lack strong identity verification. *** ### Digital Signature A **secure form of e-signature** using cryptographic technology and PKI. Key points: * Issued by licensed Certificate Authorities (CAs) * Linked to a unique Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) * Provides encryption, authentication, and tamper-evidence * Becomes invalid if the document is altered after signing **Note:** Both types can be legally valid, but digital signatures are required for sensitive/regulated documents. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://support.emsigner.com/key-concepts/electronic-and-digital-signatures.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.