Docuten’s digital signature solutions supports on-premise signatures. Meaning, our service enables you to sign on site.

An on-premise signature is done with an electronic certificate stored on the signatory’s own computer or device. 

Is it legal to use the on-premise signature to sign on site?

Yes, the on-premise signature is the digital signature that has been used in Spain in recent years. It’s legal validity is outlined in European Regulation (No. 910/2014) on electronic signature (eIDAS) as well as in other international regulations (more information on the legality of the digital signature here).

What level of signature can be done with an on-premise signature?

With an on-premise signature, both qualified and non-qualified certificates can be used:

• Qualified certificates are issued by a qualified certification authority. In this case, the signature would be a qualified signature.
• Non-qualified certificates are issued by the electronic signature platform itself. In this case, the electronic signature would be an advanced electronic signature. 

What are the characteristics of Docuten’s on-premise signature service?

Using Docuten you can sign with qualified (recognised) electronic certificates, which offer the highest level of signature: the qualified electronic signature.

The electronic certificates can be generated:

• in cryptographic card
• in software
• in USB token 

The certificate is kept on the server, and no components are needed for its use.

Our on-premise signature solution is compatible with all operating systems and browsers, and is implemented using a java component that is installed on the signatory’s computer (replacing the old applets).

All of Docuten’s signature options comply with the European eIDAS Regulation. Feel free to contact us if you have further questions.