Digital IDs

 A Digital ID is used to verify your identity and secure PDF files.

You can use a Digital ID to:

• Create digital signatures
• Encrypt PDF files
• Control access and usage rights per user
• Validate document authenticity

A Digital ID includes a public key and a private key.

• Public key: Contains certificate and identity information. You share it with other users
• Private key: Remains secure and is never shared. It is used to decrypt files and apply signatures

How Digital IDs work

• Users share public keys
• Public keys are used to encrypt documents
• Only the matching private key can decrypt the document
• This protects document integrity and access

Digital ID types

PKCS#12 Digital ID file

• Can be used on multiple computers
• Requires a password during import
• Suitable for portable use (desktop and laptop)

Windows Certificate Store

• Stored in the Windows user profile
• Cannot be copied to another computer
• Suitable for single-device use

To create a Digital ID

1. On the Protect tab, in the Identification group, click My Digital IDs
2. Click New
3. Enter your identity details
4. Select intended usage
5. Click Next
6. Select a save location and file name
7. Enter a password
8. Click OK

To import a Digital ID

1. On the Protect tab, click My Digital IDs
2. Click Import
3. Select the Digital ID file
4. Click Open

To export a Digital ID

1. On the Protect tab, click My Digital IDs
2. Select a Digital ID
3. Click Export
4. Select Save data to file
5. Click Next
6. Select a location
7. Click Save

To send a Digital ID by email

1. On the Protect tab, click My Digital IDs
2. Select a Digital ID
3. Click Export
4. Select Send data to others via email
5. Click Next
6. Enter the recipient email address
7. Review the message
8. Click Send

An email opens in the default email application with the Digital ID attached.

To delete a Digital ID

1. Open My Digital IDs
2. Select a Digital ID
3. Click Remove