Digital Signature

How do i ensure security of my digital signature ?

A digital signature private has to be stored securely; you can do the same by - Protecting the private key with good password - Storing the digital signature in Crypto Tokens/USB Based Smart Cards or ...

What is revocation of a certificate ?

A digital Signature can be revoked if the Digital Signature private key has been compromised, the subscriber details are changed, or change in relationship with the employer. For details on revocation...

What are different types of certificate ?

Following Class of Signature are legally valid and used generally - Class 2 Digital Signature: Here the identity of the person is verified against a trusted and pre verified database. - Class 3 Digita...

Where can i apply/procure digital signature ?

A digital signature can be procured from any CA (Certifying authority) in India. A list of Valid CA in India can be traced at https://cca.gov.in/cca/?q=licensed_ca.html. In India, CA's generally appoi...

Where can i use a digital signature ?

A digital Signature Can be used for - Securing mail by signing and Encrypting the Same - Signing PDF, Word, Excel Files - Filing Income Tax Return - Filing E Forms with the Ministry of Corporate affai...

Who is a CA (Certifying Authority) ?

A certifying authority is a body entrusted to issue, revoke, and renew Digital Signature Certificate. The digital signature certificate of the applicant is signed by the CA. Under Sec 24, of the Infor...