A notary application is a web, mobile, or desktop application with two sets of users: notaries and notarization requestors. Notary apps enable both parties to easily find each other based on location and availability. Once scheduled, the app facilitates communication between the parties so that they can coordinate their meeting. The app also keeps records of who performed which notarizations and when they occurred.

These apps are similar to other legal services apps such as document management apps and contract creation apps. Popular notary public apps include Rocket Lawyer, My Mobile Notary, and eNotarize.

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A notary app provides a valuable service to its users by allowing them to store important documents in the cloud, and having them signed by a legal professional. In order to achieve viral growth, a notary app must show new users how the product can help them. It must then incentivize them to share the app with their friends and family members. A notary app can also increase customer loyalty by providing a wide range of services, such as free document storage, mobile payments for signing fees, and online access to public records.

A notary public application faces a unique set of legal and compliance risks in the form of state, federal, and international law. Each jurisdiction has its own requirements for notaries public, and there are also a number of common risks associated with notarizing documents that you will want to build custom logic into your application to prevent. You should consult with a legal professional to determine whether you need to become licensed as a notary public in each jurisdiction where your business operates. I hope this guide helps you navigate the world of legal compliance for your mobile app or website. If you have any questions about this post, don’t hesitate to reach out.

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