Online Document Certification

In today’s digital world, many original documents—such as bank statements, utility bills, or academic transcripts—exist only in electronic form. Because there is no "paper original," many institutions require a Notary Public to certify that a printed version is an exact, unaltered copy of the digital record found online.

How the Process Works
To utilize this service, the document must be accessible via a direct website URL or a secure portal (such as a banking or student login). Please note that a document sent via email or saved as a PDF on a flash drive is generally not sufficient for this specific type of certification, as the Notary must witness the document at its original digital source.

The steps are straightforward:
1. Access: You will log into the required website or portal in the presence of the Notary.
2. Verification: The Notary will view the document on the screen to verify its source and authenticity.
3. Printing: The document is printed directly from the source.
4. Certification: The Notary completes a Notarial Certificate, which is securely attached to the printout. This certificate bears the Notary’s official signature, stamp, and seal, attesting that the hard copy is a true representation of the electronic record reviewed at that time.

Common Use Cases
This service is particularly valuable for:
• Banking & Investments: Monthly statements or proof of balance.
• Education: Electronic Verification of Enrollment or digital transcripts.
• Utilities: Proof of residence via electronic invoices (hydro, gas, etc.).
• Intellectual Property: Protecting copyrighted material by certifying its presence on your website at a specific date and time.