Electronic Signature

The authorization of electronic signatures is a legal procedure through which the authenticity of a digitally made signature is certified, with the same legal validity as a handwritten signature before a notary. Here's how it works:

 What is an Authorized Electronic Signature?

An **authorized electronic signature** is a technological tool that allows the **identification of the signer** of a digital document, ensuring that:

The signature belongs to the person claiming to have signed it.

The content of the document has not been altered since it was signed.

It complies with the legal requirements established by law.

What does “authorization” of the signature mean?

Authorization** is the act by which a **minister of faith (for example, a notary)** certifies that:

The person signing electronically **is who they claim to be**.

Their identity has been verified in accordance with legal regulations.

The signing process has been carried out using secure methods (advanced or qualified electronic signature).

### Legal Basis

An authorized electronic signature certified by a notary has legal backing under:

The signatures linked to a **very high-level authentication mechanism** are governed by the provisions in Title 17, Part 2, Book 2 of Decree 1078 of 2015**, and **Resolution 2160 of 2020** issued by the **Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications of Colombia**.

How is it authorized and how is it used?

1. The signer uses an **advanced electronic signature system**, presenting themselves personally at the notary to authorize their signature in advance.

2. Their identity is **verified in person by the notary**.

3. The document is signed electronically and **authorized by the notary**, who certifies that all legal requirements have been met.

4. The document gains **full legal and evidentiary validity**.

5. The digital signature is **recorded and authorized** at **Notary Office 68 in Bogotá**, enabling its use for future **online document authentication**.