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RON, IPEN, RIN, What's the difference?

In-person electronic notarizations (IPEN), Remote online notarizations (RON) and Remote In-person signature notarizations (RIN) are all forms of electronic notarization that are used to legally verify the identity of a signer and the authenticity of a document. However, each type of notarization has its own unique characteristics and requirements.


IPEN, also called electronic notarization, is a process in which a notary public meets with the signer of a document in person, verifies their identity through government-issued identification or other means, and then uses an electronic signature and seal to notarize the document. This type of notarization typically requires the use of specialized software and hardware, such as a digital signature pad or a webcam, to capture the signature and seal of the notary.


RON, also called remote online notarization, is a process in which a notary public and signer are in different locations and communicate over the internet. The notary uses video conferencing technology to verify the identity of the signer, and then uses an electronic signature and seal to notarize the document. This type of notarization typically requires the use of specialized software, such as a digital signature pad or a webcam, to capture the signature and seal of the notary and the signer.


RIN, also called remote in-person signature notarization, is a process in which a notary public meets with the signer of a document in person, verifies their identity through government-issued identification or other means, and then uses an electronic signature and seal to notarize the document, but the notary and signer are in different physical location but they are able to see each other via video conferencing and the signing of the document is done in the presence of the notary.


All these electronic notarization methods have the advantage of being fast and convenient, as they allow documents to be notarized without the signer having to physically appear before a notary. However, each type of electronic notarization also has its own set of requirements and limitations. For example, RON requires a high-speed internet connection and a webcam, while RIN requires a reliable video conferencing technology.


IPEN, RON, and RIN are all forms of electronic notarization that allow documents to be notarized without the signer having to physically appear before a notary. Each type of notarization has its own unique characteristics and requirements, and it is important to understand the differences between them in order to choose the right method for a particular situation.


To find information on Remote Online Notarization (RON), In-Person Electronic Notarizations (IPEN), and Remote In-Person Signature Notarizations (RIN), you can visit the following websites:

  1. The National Notary Association (NNA) website: https://www.nationalnotary.org/

  2. The American Association of Notaries (AAN) website: https://www.aanotary.org/

  3. The American Society of Notaries (ASN) website: https://www.asnnotary.org/

  4. State government websites, where you can find information on the specific laws and regulations that govern these types of notarizations in your state, as well as resources for notaries public.

  5. Blogs, articles, and online forums, where you can find information on best practices, legal requirements, and other notary-related topics by searching online.

It's important to check information from multiple sources and check for the most up-to-date information as laws and regulations regarding these types of notarizations may vary depending on the jurisdiction.

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