Is iPen Electronic Notarization Secure?

Is iPen notarization secure?

Yes. In-Person Electronic Notarization (iPen) uses electronic notarization technology designed to help protect the integrity of electronically signed and notarized documents.

Depending on the electronic notarization platform, security features may include:

  • Electronic signatures
  • Digital notary seals and certificates
  • Date and time information
  • Audit or transaction records
  • Tamper-evident technology that can indicate whether a completed electronic document has been altered

Unlike Remote Online Notarization (RON), the signer and Notary are physically together during an iPen appointment, allowing the Notary to verify the signer's identity and complete the applicable notarial act in person.

As with any electronic document, the signer should also confirm that the receiving party will accept an electronically signed and notarized document.