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Electronic Signature vs Wet Signature
A wet signature is handwritten on paper. An electronic signature is completed digitally and should be supported by a reliable signing record.
Steps to follow
- 1Wet signatures often require printing, scanning, delivery, or in-person coordination.
- 2Electronic signatures can be completed remotely from a device.
- 3Electronic signing tools can preserve activity records that paper workflows may not capture.
- 4Some document types may still require special handling depending on jurisdiction or industry.
- 5Businesses should choose the process that fits the document type and compliance need.