Build trust with eIDAS-compliant e-signatures
Ensure your e-signatures are legally binding and recognized across the EU. With Penneo, you can easily create Advanced Electronic Signatures (AdES) using your national eID or passport, or Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) via itsme®.
A more secure way of signing business documents
Protect the integrity of signed documents
Advanced and Qualified Electronic Signatures use PKI technology to ensure your signed documents can’t be tampered with after signing.
Make sure the right person signs the documents
Advanced and Qualified Electronic Signatures are uniquely linked to the signer and allow for identification, helping ensure that the signature belongs to the right person.
Ensure that the signatures can’t be denied
Advanced and Qualified Electronic Signatures make it virtually impossible for signers to later deny having signed the document—giving you strong legal protection in case of a dispute.
3,000+
companies, including the Big 4 accounting firms, use Penneo.
60%
of documents sent out with Penneo are signed within 24 hours.
81%
of all annual reports in Denmark are signed with Penneo.
What are the different types of e-signatures according to eIDAS?
The eIDAS Regulation defines three types of electronic signatures, each with a different legal effect:
- Simple Electronic Signature (SES): While legally valid, SES provides the lowest level of assurance regarding the signer’s identity and the integrity of the document.
- Advanced Electronic Signature (AdES): An AdES offers a higher level of security and legal effect than a simple signature and is typically supported by a digital certificate.
- Qualified Electronic Signature (QES): A QES has the same legal effect as a handwritten signature across all EU member states and provides the highest level of legal certainty.
Built for the most complex signing processes
Whether you’re in accounting, auditing, real estate, finance, or HR—Penneo empowers your team with secure and efficient digital signing. Designed to automate even the most complex signing flows, so you can focus on what matters most.
Audit & Accounting
Send engagement letters, audit reports, and financial statements for signature in just a few clicks
Real Estate
Speed up real estate transactions by eliminating the need for physical meetings and manual paperwork
Legal sector
Enable clients to sign remotely using secure, eIDAS-compliant digital signatures
Finance & Banking
Reduce paperwork and manual handling while maintaining a seamless customer journey
Human Resources
Cut hiring time by sending employment contracts for digital signature in minutes
Gain peace of mind with an EU Qualified Trust Service Provider
Penneo is a Qualified Trust Service Provider (QTSP) and is officially listed on the EU Trust List. This listing confirms Penneo’s compliance with the stringent requirements of the eIDAS regulation and its authorization to provide qualified trust services, ensuring the highest level of security and legal validity for digital transactions across the EU.
Penneo enables the creation of Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) using itsme®, or Advanced Electronic Signatures through MitID, MitID Erhverv, BankID, .beID, or passport.
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VGD speeds up signing processes with Penneo
We use Penneo to manage the signing processes in our accountancy business line. Before Penneo, we relied on a very old-fashioned method that caused a lot of frustration and was time-consuming. Now, we can automate the signing flow and ensure that we collect all the required signatures. Our clients are also happy to sign digitally using itsme®, which represents a significant step forward.
— Charlotte Pille, Partner at VGD
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Frequently asked questions
Are e-signatures created via Penneo legally binding?
Yes, e-signatures created via Penneo are legally binding. Penneo supports both Advanced Electronic Signatures (AES) and Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) in accordance with the eIDAS Regulation (EU No 910/2014).
Does Penneo provide qualified electronic signatures (QES)?
Yes, Penneo provides Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) via itsme®, a trusted digital identity solution available in select countries. These signatures have the same legal standing as handwritten signatures across all EU member states.
Read more about qualified electronic signatures via itsme® and Penneo
Does Penneo provide advanced electronic signatures?
Yes, Penneo enables the creation of Advanced Electronic Signatures (AdES) using MitID, MitID Erhverv, BankID, .beID, and passport via NetsID Verifier. These signatures are uniquely linked to the signer and protect the signed documents against manipulation.
How do I verify the validity of electronic signatures created via Penneo?
You can verify the validity of electronic signatures created via Penneo using one of the following methods:
- By opening the document in a PDF reader and using the built-in validation tool
- By uploading the document to the Penneo Validator
- By uploading the document to the EU’s Commission Validation Platform
What is the difference between a simple electronic signature and a digital signature?
A Simple Electronic Signature (SES) is a basic way to sign electronically—like typing a name or clicking a button. It’s easy to use but offers minimal security and legal validity.
On the other hand, a digital signature (Advanced or Qualified under eIDAS) provides higher security and legal validity.
More information on the differences between digital signatures and electronic signatures
How much does Penneo cost?
Penneo offers flexible pricing based on your organization’s needs and usage. To explore our plans and find the right fit for you, visit our pricing page.
