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#### 1 - Handwritten Signature

##### Description
The most traditional type of authentication, made manually with a pen on physical documents.

##### Characteristics and Security
- Requires in-person signing with a physical copy of the document.
- Security depends on external factors, such as signature recognition at a notary office.
- Requires physical storage of documents.

##### Examples of Use
##### Used in:
- Signing company contracts.
- Signature recognition at a notary office.
- Formal physical documents.


#### 2 - Electronic Signature

##### Description
A digitally performed signature, which can have different security levels according to Law 14.063/20 (Simple, Advanced, and Qualified Signatures).

##### Characteristics and Security
- **Simple**: Identifies the signer using basic evidence (email, password, phone). Suitable for low-risk situations.
- **Advanced**: Uses cryptographic methods and corporate digital certificates (ICP-Brasil or external). Suitable for legal and financial transactions.
- **Qualified**: Requires a digital certificate issued by a Certification Authority (CA) accredited by ICP-Brasil. Provides the highest level of security and detects any modifications made after signing.

##### Examples of Use
##### Used in:
- **Simple**: Reports, receipts, service bookings.
- **Advanced**: Financial transactions, sensitive contracts.
- **Qualified**: Electronic invoices, health records, real estate transactions.


#### 3 - Digital Signature

##### Description
A type of qualified electronic signature with a high level of security.

##### Characteristics and Security
- Requires a digital certificate issued by a CA under the ICP-Brasil standard.
- The most secure form of electronic signature.
- Ensures document integrity and authenticity, preventing undetected alterations.

##### Examples of Use
##### Used in:
- Signing official documents.
- Property transfers.
- Issuing electronic invoices.
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