eGov signature validator
This measure aims to improve user trust and acceptance with respect to electronic official documents. The primary goal is to confirm to recipients that the official document is authentic and not a forgery. A signature validator from the federal government for use by authorities and private individuals will make it possible to verify the origin and integrity of digitally signed and sealed documents. Documents can be forged very easily in the digital space; this service will help to advance digital Switzerland by encouraging trust in electronic official documents.
Milestones
- Available since 2021
- Continual development since 2022
- An amendment to the ESigA will make it possible to offer the API version to the private sector from 2027.
Further information
The service can be found at validator.ch. The web version is available to the public. The API version can only be used by the authorities.
The validator is a standard service that is intended to be permanent.
Status
| Start | 2021 |
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| End | 2027 |
Responsible
Departments
Goals
The basis modules and infrastructure for a country-wide expansion of the digital administration are available nationally
Domains
Security and trust
People in Switzerland can move around safely in the digital environment; privacy is protected.