Both electronic signature (commonly known as e-signature) and digital signature are different methods of online signatures. Sometimes electronic and digital signatures are used interchangeably, however, there is a subtle difference between the two.

Electronic signature or e-signature is a generic term for any signature transmitted electronically. It is used only to verify a document i.e. to recognize the identity and provide consent via a symbol, image or process attached to the message or document. Though electronic signature is legally binding, the validation of the electronic signatur