The verified electronic signature (VES) is a type of digital signature that provides the highest level of assurance as to the identity of the signer. It is legally binding and has the same force as an original handwritten signature. VES utilizes encryption technology, public-key infrastructure, and authentication methods such as passwords, biometrics, or a physical token to verify the identity of the signer. With a VES in place, businesses can confidently send and receive digital documents with signatures that are trustworthy and secure.