RON Location Restrictions
When planning a RON signing with your borrower, be aware of the following geographic limitations. The signer cannot attend a RON signing if they are physically in any of the following countries:
- Afghanistan
- Cuba
- Iran
- Iraq
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea)
- Russia
- Somalia
- Syria
- Sudan
Why Is a Smartphone Required for ID Verification?
ID verification is a critical part of the Remote Online Notarization (RON) signing process to ensure the correct individual is signing.
During the ID verification process, both the Signer and Notary will need to use a smartphone to complete this process. The main reasons a smartphone is necessary for this step are:
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- The camera quality on a smartphone is generally better than that of a computer camera. Picture quality is important because the ID goes through a security scan. Without a good picture of the ID, the security scan isn't as effective.
- Individuals generally have a more updated mobile device compared to their personal computer. People tend to replace their smartphones more frequently than their home computers meaning most signers have the latest and greatest technology available to them in the palm of their hand.
- Being a solution designed for the financial services industry, we want the most secure IDV available. Our solution operates without humans and information stays within the US. This is necessary for due diligence reviews and security audits.
- The camera quality on a smartphone is generally better than that of a computer camera. Picture quality is important because the ID goes through a security scan. Without a good picture of the ID, the security scan isn't as effective.
Preparing for a RON Signing on Snapdocs
If you are planning to conduct a RON signing on Snapdocs, ensure the signer has the following materials ready at the signing:
- A valid state issued ID
- A smartphone or tablet (iPhone or Android)
- A desktop or laptop computer with webcam installed
- A good internet connection (we recommend running a device check prior to the signing appointment)
- A clear audio & visual feed
- A Google Chrome internet browser (preferred browser for RON signing)