Certificate ID
A unique serial or reference number that enables reliable lookups, reconciliation with primary records, and tracing for audit or revocation purposes.
An Identification Certificate provides a clear, auditable record of who was verified, when, and by whom, reducing transaction risk and supporting regulatory compliance across industries that require reliable identity proof.
Organizations and professionals who need authoritative identity proof rely on this certificate as part of onboarding, legal filings, or regulated transactions.
The document is also used by employers, legal services, and government agencies when a reproducible, verifiable identity record is required.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Document Format | Use PDF/A for long-term preservation; accept DOCX for editing workflows. |
| Authentication | Require email plus optional SMS code or KBA for higher assurance. |
| Signature Type | Record simple e-signature with audit trail or PKI digital signature when required. |
| Audit Capture | Enable timestamp, IP log, and verifier notes for every action. |
The platform must support secure upload, authentication, and an immutable audit trail for every Identification Certificate.
A unique serial or reference number that enables reliable lookups, reconciliation with primary records, and tracing for audit or revocation purposes.
Full legal name, date of birth, and primary contact information that exactly match the presented government-issued identification to avoid record mismatch.
Type of ID presented, issuing authority, ID number, and expiration date; attach an image or hash of the credential when permitted.
Declaration by the verifying party describing the method used, their credentials, and any limitations or observations about the verification.
Capture KBA results, SMS code verification, or RON session metadata including timestamps and A/V recording indicators when applicable.
Signed and dated by the verifier and, if required, notarized or digitally signed with cryptographic evidence to support non-repudiation.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial available | Trial available | Trial available | Trial available | Trial available |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Limited |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No envelope cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |