How to Get Something Notarized
You can notarize something physically or online. In the past, to notarize something, you had to sign it physically in the presence of a notary public. The notary needed to watch you sign the document, and validate your identity to make sure you're authorized to sign the document.
Historically, this meant finding and visiting a notary public in-person: a huge hassle for people who didn't have the ability to take time off work or leave home to find a notary.
Notarize solves this problem. You can now notarize your documents entirely online by connecting with a commissioned eNotary public by live video. Skip the hassle of finding a notary and connect with one online from any iPhone, iPad or computer 24x7.
To get something notarized online:
- Download the Notarize Mobile App or Connect with a Notary Public on Your Computer.
- Upload your original, unsigned document. Don't sign it before uploading! You must sign with the notary public.
- Pre-fill any necessary fields (e.g. name, date) using Notarize’s digital tools.
- Validate your identity.
- When you're ready, connect with a notary public. You’ll be connected in a live video call with a licensed notary public in less than three minutes, 24/7.
- Sign using your iPhone or Computer as the notary public guides you over live video.
- You’re done! Download your notarized PDF.
- Print it or share it online.
On average, our entire process takes less than 5 minutes. We hope you’ll join the countless happy customers who have notarized their documents online with us.
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