Qualified Electronic Signatures: Enhancing Digital Security and Shifting Legal Burdens

True Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) are pivotal in the digital landscape, providing a robust layer of security and legal validity akin to that of handwritten signatures.

Governed by stringent standards and supported by a secure signature creation device, QES not only ensures the authenticity and integrity of electronic documents but also offers a critical feature: the reversal of the burden of proof.

This legal framework shifts the responsibility to the party challenging the signature, requiring them to prove its invalidity rather than the signatory proving its authenticity. This shift is crucial in legal contexts, greatly simplifying and securing transactions and agreements in a digital environment.

By reducing legal risks and enhancing trust, QES enables smoother transitions to digital operations for businesses, governments, and individuals, fostering a more secure and efficient digital economy.

CodeB Authenticator: Simplifying Qualified Signatures with Mobile NFC Technology

The mandate that a secure signature creation device, such as a smartcard or ID card, is required to generate a qualified electronic signature has traditionally been a significant barrier for many users. Not owning and the hesitation to purchase a dedicated smartcard reader for occasional use have led to a proliferation of signature services on the internet. Unfortunately, many of these services, despite their claims, do not meet the stringent standards needed to be truly qualified.

The CodeB Authenticator addresses this issue by utilizing the NFC (Near Field Communication) capabilities of a user’s mobile device to act as the card reader. This innovative approach removes the need for an external card reader, streamlining the process and making it more accessible. With the CodeB Authenticator, users can easily meet the legal requirements for qualified electronic signatures without the additional hardware, ensuring both compliance and convenience.

Many supported NFC Cards

The CodeB Authenticator is compatible with a wide variety of digital identification forms, including eIDAS Tokens, National Identity Cards, Health Professional Cards (HBA), Health Insurance Cards (eGK), Maltese ID Cards, and D-Trust Signature and Seal Cards.

To determine if your card is compatible, simply open the “Card Reader” feature in the Authenticator App, input your CAN number, and place your mobile device on your card. A green progress bar at the top will show the creation of a secure connection to your card. When this connection is established, you’ll be able to view certain details, like your name.

If your card is not supported, please do not hesitate to contact us to implement it. Additionally, even if you do not own a supported smartcard, the CodeB Authenticator can still be used to apply an advanced signature using key material generated and securely stored in your mobile device’s secure element. This flexibility ensures that you can always utilize our authenticator to meet your digital signing needs, enhancing both convenience and security.

Experience Seamless Electronic Document Signing

Our intuitive platform allows you to securely add your electronic signature to PDF documents with just a few clicks. Here’s how you can get started:

1. Access the Service:
Navigate to the CodeB Signature Server from your desktop browser.

2. Upload Your Document:
Select and upload the PDF file you need to sign. Please note that documents are deleted immediately after the signing process to ensure your privacy and security.

3. Create Your Signature Appearance:
Click the signature capture icon if you wish to create a personalized visual stamp.

4. Position Your Signature:
After creating your visual stamp, use your mouse to draw a box in the desired location on your document to position the signature accurately.

5. Confirm Your Signature:
Click the stamp icon to finalize the placement of your signature.

6. Press the upload button to proceed and enter your details:
You will be prompted to provide a notification email address where we will send confirmation of the signing. Optionally, you can specify if the signature process should require verification via an NFC ID Card for enhanced security.

7. Scan the QR Code with the CodeB Authenticators QR Code Scanner to apply the signature.

Fair Use Policy for CodeB Signature Server

1. Overview
This Fair Use Policy outlines the acceptable use of the CodeB Signature Server. Our services are designed to provide users with secure digital signature capabilities, ensuring compliance and convenience across various applications.

2. Free Usage for Private Individuals
The CodeB Signature Server is available to private individuals free of charge. Users can employ our signature server for personal, non-commercial purposes without any cost. This includes signing personal documents and other non-commercial digital verification needs.

3. Evaluation Use for Companies
Companies are welcome to use the CodeB Signature Server for evaluation purposes. Our free signature server can be employed by businesses to assess the functionality and integration capabilities of our service within their systems. This evaluation is intended to help businesses determine the suitability of our server for their specific needs before committing to a commercial solution.

4. Prohibition of Commercial Use in Free Version
Commercial use of the free version of the CodeB Signature Server is strictly prohibited. Businesses intending to use our digital signature solutions for commercial purposes must subscribe to our commercial signature server. This commercial service is designed to handle the greater demands and security needs of business operations.

5. Commercial Signature Server Options
For commercial use, our signature server is available in two formats: a hosted solution or an in-house installation within a company’s data center. These options provide flexibility and scalability, ensuring businesses can choose the most appropriate setup according to their security policies and operational requirements.

6. Compliance and Enforcement
Users of the CodeB Signature Server must comply with this Fair Use Policy. We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to our services for any user or entity that violates these terms. This measure is necessary to ensure the integrity and reliability of our services for all users.

7. Contact and Support
For any questions regarding this Fair Use Policy or if your card is not supported, please do not hesitate to contact our support team. We are committed to providing assistance and ensuring that your experience with the CodeB Signature Server meets your expectations.

Thank you for choosing CodeB Signature Server. We look forward to supporting your digital signature needs in compliance with this Fair Use Policy.