Compliance
qualified electronic signature
An e-signature with legal equivalence to a handwritten signature.
Definition
An electronic signature that meets the eIDAS and national criteria: it is created by a qualified electronic signature creation device and is based on a qualified certificate issued by an approved trust service provider. Under Law 4727/2020 it carries the equivalent legal effect of a handwritten signature for recognition and evidentiary purposes.
Related Terms
qualified trust service provider
An accredited provider of qualified trust services (e.g., e-signatures)....
Electronic Signature
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electronic identification and trust services
eID, eSignature, eTimestamp and related trust services....
electronic identification means
Means enabling electronic identification and authentication....