- What it is:A DSC is an electronic form of a signature used to authenticate the identity of the sender or signer of a document.
- Purpose:DSCs are used to sign electronic documents, emails, and other digitally transmitted documents, enhancing security through encryption technology.
- How it works:DSCs use public key encryption to create digital signatures, and they are issued by Certifying Authorities (CAs).
- Classes:There are different classes of DSCs, with Class 3 being the highest level, requiring rigorous validation of the subscriber’s identity.
- Where to get it:You can get a DSC from various Certifying Authorities (CA). ( jeetassociates.com)
- Examples of use:DSCs are used for various online transactions, including e-filing of income tax, GST, and other government services.