Trusted platform for remote online notarization
Upload your document, verify your identity, and sign with a notary on a video call, from your home or office.
How it works
Get your documents notarized online in four steps.
Prepare and upload your document.
Enter your payment information.
Answer the knowledge-based questions.
Complete the photo ID check.
Follow the notary's instructions.
Sign the document electronically.
Check the notary seal and the details.
Save the signed PDF and share your saved copy with the receiving organization.
Verify your identity with KBA and ID proofing.
Upload your digital seal and certificate.
Check that you can take the requested session.
Invite signers to their session.
Check the signer's ID and the document.
Sign and seal the document to finish.
Complete the journal entry for the session.
Check that your records are in place.
Key features
Every session follows the rules for remote online notarization.
Each notarized document is sealed with a digital certificate that shows any later change.
Compliant with the E-SIGN Act and UETA.
Audio and video are recorded for a complete record of every session.
Encrypted connections protect your information while it is sent.
Notarial records follow the retention policy. Download and save your signed PDF promptly.
Knowledge-based questions and a photo ID check.
RON is allowed in most states
These states allow remote online notarization (RON).
Simple pricing
Review the fees before you begin. No subscription is required.
- Industry-standard identity verification
- Tamper-evident digital certificate
- Audit trail
- Online journal with audio and video records
- Audit trails
- Sessions for clients you know personally
- Volume discounts
- Dedicated support
- Custom business flow
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about remote notarization.
What is remote online notarization (RON)?
Remote online notarization lets you meet a notary by video to verify your identity and sign documents electronically.
What do I need for a remote notarization?
You need a computer or mobile device with a camera, microphone, and a stable internet connection. You will also need a valid government-issued photo ID for identity verification.
How does online notarization work?
Upload your document, complete identity verification, and join your notary by video. The notary will guide you through reviewing and signing the document.
Can online notaries work across state lines?
Availability depends on the commissioning state, the signer’s location, the document, and the receiving organization’s requirements. Confirm eligibility with your notary.
Can I find a free notary elsewhere?
Some banks and libraries offer free notarization for certain documents. NotaryBerry offers online sessions, subject to notary availability.
What are the technical requirements?
NotaryBerry works on Google Chrome and Safari browsers. You will need a device with a working webcam and microphone. A stable internet connection with at least 5 Mbps download/upload speed is recommended for a smooth video session.
How should I schedule my session?
Choose a time when you can join with your documents and photo ID ready. Check the time zone shown before confirming your request.
How does identity verification work?
Complete the identity questions and photo ID steps shown for your session. Have an unexpired government-issued photo ID ready. Follow the on-screen time limit, attempt limit, and waiting period.
Ready to notarize?
Upload your PDF and request a session.