How must a remote online notary public safeguard their electronic notary seal?

Maintaining sole control of the electronic notary seal and using secure authentication methods is essential for a remote online notary public to safeguard their seal. This approach helps to ensure that only the notary has access to their electronic seal, reducing the risk of unauthorized use or fraud. Secure authentication methods, such as multi-factor authentication, add an extra layer of security, further protecting the integrity of the seal.

In contrast, sharing the password with trusted parties can lead to potential misuse or unauthorized access, compromising the security of the notarial acts performed. Storing the notary seal on a public cloud service increases the risk of exposure to cyber threats and unauthorized access, which is contrary to the principles of safeguarding sensitive information. Although regularly updating software is a good practice for overall cybersecurity, it does not specifically address how to manage and protect the electronic notary seal itself. Therefore, maintaining sole control and using secure authentication is the most effective way to protect this vital component of remote online notarization.