How long does it take to create an electronic signature?

It takes about 30 seconds with Certyneo: open the editor, draw or type, validate. Once created, it can be reused on all your documents without having to redo it every time.

Do you need a pen or a touch screen to create your signature?

No. You can draw it with the mouse, type it in a calligraphic font or import an image of your scanned signature. The three methods are legally equivalent once the eIDAS cryptographic layer is added by Certyneo.

Is my online signature as good as a handwritten one?

Yes, under two conditions: the solution must be eIDAS compliant (Certyneo case), and the level of signature must correspond to the legal issue.

Can I create several different electronic signatures?

Yes, you can create multiple signatures (for example: a personal signature and a professional signature with your title) and choose which one to use each time you send a document.

What if I want to change my signature later?

You can change or recreate your signature at any time from your dashboard.

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Create an electronic signature in 30 seconds

Do you need an electronic signature to sign your contracts online? No need to print-scanner or buy a stylus: Certyneo allows you to create your signature directly in your browser, in 30 seconds, for free. Once created, it is reusable on all your documents and comes with an invisible cryptographic layer that makes it compliant with the eIDAS regulation.

Layer 1

The visible signature

This is what you see on the document: your name scrawled, typed in calligraphy or an image of your scanned signature.

Layer 2

The cryptographic signature

It is the invisible layer that gives it legal value: the document's imprint + time stamp + digital certificate + signatory identification (email + IP + OTP).

The 3 Ways to Create Your Visible Signature

All three are accepted by Certyneo and retain the same legal validity as long as the cryptographic layer is present.

Drawing with the mouse or finger

Play your handwritten signature directly in the browser. On mobile, fingerprinting is the most natural; on computer, the mouse takes a little patience but is still usable.

Ideal for : Personal signature, mobile, tablet

Type your name in calligraphic type

Enter your name and choose from a variety of handwritten fonts, and the resulting signature is clear, legible, and ideal for professional mailings where aesthetics matter.

Ideal for : B2B contracts, HR, accounting

Importing an image of your signature

Scan your signature on paper (or take a photo), then import the PNG/JPG into Certyneo. The white background is automatically removed for a clean rendering on the signed document.

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Why create your signature with Certyneo

At Certyneo, the signature you create is not just a pasted image: it is encapsulated in a digital X.509 certificate generated on the fly, linked to your identity verified by email (SES) or SMS OTP (AES).

3 modes of creation (drawing, text, image)
Reusable on all your documents
Automatic cryptographic layering
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How to create your electronic signature step by step

1
Create your Certyneo account
Sign up via email in 30 seconds, no credit card, free plan for life.
2
Open the signature editor
In your dashboard, click on My signature and then choose the method (drawing, text or image).
3
Validate your signature
If you are satisfied, validate: your signature is recorded and linked to your signature certificate.
4
Use it on any document
Each time you send a document to be signed, your signature will be automatically proposed. You can edit it or create more at any time.

Please note: a scanned signature is not a legal electronic signature

Pasting an image of your signature scanned into a PDF (for example via Word or Acrobat) has no legal value: there is no proof that you have signed it. For an electronic signature to be admissible in court, it must be accompanied by a signature certificate, a time stamp and an audit trail.

Frequently asked questions on creating an electronic signature

How long does it take to create an electronic signature?: It takes about 30 seconds with Certyneo: open the editor, draw or type, validate. Once created, it can be reused on all your documents without having to redo it every time.
Do you need a pen or a touch screen to create your signature?: No. You can draw it with the mouse, type it in a calligraphic font or import an image of your scanned signature. The three methods are legally equivalent once the eIDAS cryptographic layer is added by Certyneo.
Is my online signature as good as a handwritten one?: Yes, under two conditions: the solution must be eIDAS compliant (Certyneo case), and the level of signature must correspond to the legal issue.
Can I create several different electronic signatures?: Yes, you can create multiple signatures (for example: a personal signature and a professional signature with your title) and choose which one to use each time you send a document.
What if I want to change my signature later?: You can change or recreate your signature at any time from your dashboard.

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