This article covers two things for each provider: the eIDAS certification levels available per module, and the specific authentication options you can use to reach those levels. The right authentication method determines the legal weight of your signature — always choose it based on the sensitivity of the document.
⭐ Summary — Certification levels by provider and module
The table below shows which eIDAS levels are available for each provider, on each module.
| Provider | CLM — SES | CLM — AES | BP/LEM — SES | BP/LEM — AES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DocuSign | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Adobe Sign | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| YouSign | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Universign | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Connective (ex-Nitro Sign) | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| DropBox Sign (ex-HelloSign) | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Signaturit | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Box Sign | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
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⚡Authentication options by provider
For each provider, the options below determine the eIDAS level of the signature. Only options available through DiliTrust's integration are listed — options marked ❌ are not currently supported.
⚠️ "Unconfirmed" means the eIDAS classification for this option has not been formally validated. Contact support if you need clarification.
DocuSign
DocuSign offers the widest range of authentication options, covering both SES and AES on CLM and BP/LEM.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Electronic Signature | SES | No ID proofing required | ✅ | ✅ |
| Standard Electronic Signature Advanced | ⚠️ Not eIDAS | SMS validation — not eIDAS-compliant despite the name | ✅ | ✅ |
| EU Advanced with ID Verification | AES | 3 sub-options: Phone Authentication (SMS/call code, per-use fee), KBA (identity questions from public records — US only, per-use fee), ID Verification (government ID matched against envelope data) | ✅ | ✅ |
Adobe Sign
Through DiliTrust's integration, only the AES Phone Authentication option is available for Adobe Sign. Standard SES options are not currently supported.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Electronic Signature | SES | No verifications needed | ❌ | ❌ |
| Acrobat Sign Authentication | SES | Signer must log in with an Adobe account | ❌ | ❌ |
| OTP email | SES | One-time passcode sent to signer's email | ❌ | ❌ |
| (2FA) Password | SES | Sender sets a password; signer must input it before signing | ❌ | ❌ |
| (Advanced) Phone authentication | AES | 6-digit code delivered to recipient's phone | ✅ | ✅ |
| Knowledge-Based Authentication | AES | Identity questions from public databases — mainly used in financial institutions | ❌ | ❌ |
| Government ID authentication | ⚠️ Unconfirmed | Signer provides government-issued photo ID + selfie | ❌ | ❌ |
| Cloud-based digital signatures | ⚠️ Unconfirmed | Signer authenticates via a third-party identity provider | ❌ | ❌ |
YouSign
YouSign supports SES on both modules. AES (ID Verification) is not currently available through DiliTrust's integration.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Electronic Signature | SES | No identification required | ✅ | ✅ |
| Standard with OTP Authentication | SES | OTP code for double identity check | ✅ | ✅ |
| ID Verification | AES | Signer uploads ID, instantly verified | ❌ | ❌ |
Universign
Universign supports both SES and AES on CLM and BP/LEM.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Signature | SES | OTP SMS authentication required | ✅ | ✅ |
| Advanced Signature | AES | Signer must submit a valid identity document | ✅ | ✅ |
Connective (Nitro Sign)
Connective supports SES on both modules. AES options are not currently available through DiliTrust's integration.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Electronic Signature | SES | Acceptance via scanned image, drawn signature, or "I accept" click | ✅ | ✅ |
| SMS OTP and Mail Access Code (2FA) | SES | SMS or email verification code sent to signer | ✅ | ✅ |
| ID Verification + OTP (SES or AES) | SES / AES | Enhanced security with SSO and 2FA options | ❌ | ❌ |
| ID Verification + OIDC | AES | ❌ | ❌ |
DropBox Sign
DropBox Sign and HelloSign are the same product (HelloSign was rebranded by Dropbox). SES is available on both modules. AES via eID is not currently supported.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Electronic Signature | SES | No identification required | ✅ | ✅ |
| SMS authentication | SES | ✅ | ✅ | |
| eID | AES | Verify signer identity via eID document | ❌ | ❌ |
Signaturit
Signaturit supports SES and AES on both modules. Note that AES via ID Verification is only available on CLM.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Electronic Signature | SES | No identification required | ✅ | ✅ |
| OTP verification | AES | SMS verification sent to signer | ✅ | ✅ |
| ID verification | AES | Automated real-time identity check with liveness detection | ✅ | ❌ |
| Biometric ID verification | ⚠️ Unconfirmed | Fingerprint, facial recognition or iris scan | ❌ | ❌ |
| Proof of liveness | ⚠️ Unconfirmed | User performs actions (blinking, head movement) to confirm active presence | ❌ | ❌ |
Box Sign
Box Sign supports SES only. Standard Signature and SMS authentication are available on both modules.
| Option | eIDAS level | Description | CLM | BP/LEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Electronic Signature | SES | No identification required | ✅ | ✅ |
| Box login | SES | Recipient must log in to Box account — Enterprise Plus / Advanced plans only | ❌ | ❌ |
| SMS authentication | SES | Box sends SMS to verify recipient identity | ✅ | ✅ |
| Password | SES | Recipient enters sender-provided password before signing | ❌ | ❌ |
| CAC/PIV | ⚠️ Unconfirmed | Windows only, requires Box Tools | ❌ | ❌ |
Related articles
- Our e-signature connection hub — how it works →
- Board Portal / LEM / Data Room — How to set up your provider →
- CLM — How to set up your provider →
If you have questions about which authentication option to use for your specific use case, contact your administrator or our support team.
The right authentication method ensures your signatures hold up legally — always match the option to the sensitivity of the document. ✨
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