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Preface
We offer PersonalSign certificates, which can be used to sign and encrypt e-mails. The S/MIME (short for Secure / Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) technology is used for this purpose. S/MIME provides message integrity and data protection through data encryption, while ensuring identity control through additional digital signatures. The S/MIME certificates can be issued with a digital ID for people and departments in a company for various levels of trust.
Mode of operation
Digital certificates in the e-mail communication ensure that the data is encrypted and thus transmitted confidentially. Small data files bind a cryptographic key digitally to the identity of a user and thus provide proof of the origin and the integrity of the transmitted message.
If the certificate is installed, the user can easily sign or encrypt an e-mail with a single click. This can also be standardized so that all e-mails of the user are signed with the digital certificate without any further user input.
S/MIME Certificate Advantages
- Protected e-mail traffic: protection of e-mail identity through encryption and digital signature, prevention of tampering
- Secure authentication: through an online service via the built-in SSL VPN capability of the browser
- Electronic signage of Office documents: An electronically signed document confirms the origin and notifies the recipient of any unauthorized changes
- Cost-effective protection: Send unlimited number of encrypted and signed e-mails and documents with an E-mail address
- Easy implementation and practical use: Integrate PersonalSign certificates in a few steps and use them with a single click or fully automated
Overview of the available S/MIME Certificates
Certificate Name | Digital ID for use | Level of trust | Digital ID proves right of ownership | Authentication |
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Personal Sign 1 | For general use | 1 | E-Mail Address | By E-Mail |
Personal Sign 2 | Represents your own person | 2 | E-Mail Address Identity assurance of the person | By E-Mail Copy of the personal identification card |
Personal Sign 2 Pro | For a person which represent an entire company | 3 | E-Mail Address Identity assurance of the person Assurance of the existence of the organization | Via a call to the personnel department with a number from the phone book Company Register is checked |
Personal Sign 2 Department | For a department | 2 | E-Mail Address Assurance of the existence of the organization | By E-Mail Company Register is checked |