What is Remote Online Notarization?

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Remote Online Notarization (RON) offers notary public business owners a unique opportunity to make more money as a notary working from home on your own schedule.

But you may be wondering, what exactly is Remote Online Notarization and how can you utilize this technology in your business?

This article will answer all of your biggest questions about RON, including what is remote online notarization, if it is legal in your state, how RON works, what fees you can charge, and popular remote online notarization platforms. 

What is Remote Online Notarization (RON)?

Remote Online Notarization (RON) is the process of performing a notarial act in a fully digital capacity and notarizing a document so it's back in the signer's hand instantly.

RON is essentially being able to notarize a document for someone over the internet, using an audio-visual technology called a RON platform. 
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You, as the notary public, can be in your home providing the notarization service to your customer who is in their home or preferred location.

Which States Allow Remote Online Notarization?

You may be wondering, "is remote online notarization legal in my state?"

First things first, it’s important to note in order to conduct remote online notarizations, you first need to be located in a state that allows RON. 

As every state’s RON laws differ, it is crucial that you take time to become familiar with the laws and regulations in your state by either visiting your Secretary of State’s website or communicating with them via phone call or email. 
If your state is GREEN in the map diagram above or has a ✅ to the left of it in the list below, your state currently has laws for remote online notarizations. Therefore, you can immediately start learning and implementing remote online notarizations into your business. 
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If your state is in GRAY in the map diagram or it has a ❌ to the left of it in the list below, your state does NOT currently have laws in effect for remote online notarizations. Therefore, you can take the Remote Online Notarization course to be prepared once the law is in effect in your state.
❌ Alabama
✅ Alaska
✅ Arizona
✅ Arkansas
❌ California
✅ Colorado
❌ Connecticut 
✅ D.C.
❌ Delaware
✅ Florida
❌ Georgia
✅ Hawaii
✅ Idaho
❌ Illinois
✅ Indiana
✅ Iowa
✅ Kansas
✅ Kentucky
✅ Louisiana
❌ Maine
✅ Maryland
❌ Massachusetts
✅ Michigan
✅ Minnesota
❌ Mississippi
✅ Missouri
✅ Montana
✅ Nebraska
✅ Nevada
✅ New Hampshire
✅ New Jersey
✅ New Mexico
✅ New York
❌ North Carolina 
✅ North Dakota
✅ Ohio
✅ Oklahoma 
✅ Oregon
✅ Pennsylvania
✅ Rhode Island
❌ South Carolina
❌ South Dakota
✅ Tennessee
✅ Texas
✅ Utah
✅ Vermont
✅ Virginia
✅ Washington
✅ West Virginia
✅ Wisconsin
✅ Wyoming
Additionally, as long as you are in a state that allows the performance of RON, you are no longer limited by your state’s borders and can perform notarizations around the country! As always, check with your Secretary of State to confirm what is legally allowed regarding remote online notarizations. 

Popular Remote Online Notarization Platforms 

To perform the remote online notarizations, you will need to use an audio-visual technology software called a RON Platform. Here you will meet with your signer virtually and notarize the digital documents. 
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The entirety of the Remote Online Notarization process is completed on the platform, recorded, and stored securely for up to 10 years. 

Some of the most popular RON platforms are:  ​

How Does Remote Online Notarization Work?

When conducting remote online notarizations, all documents are completely digital, meaning there are no paper documents required in the process. 
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Signatures and notarial stamps are also electronic when notarizing documents online. The journal you use for RON will be electronic as well, referred to as an eJournal, or electronic journal. 

Is Remote Online Notarization Safe and Secure?

Remote Online Notarization is a secure process because of the increased level of verification required.

There are 6 ways to verify identity with Remote Online Notarization. ​
RON puts security back in the signer's corner and even further into the notary's corner. Here's why:
  • Multiple Methods of ID Verification - The signer's identity is run through third-party identity verification software, which can include both Credential Analysis electronically confirming the authenticity of the Identification Card as well as KBA or Knowledge Based Authentication where the signer is asked a series of questions personal to them, thereby increasing the security to the notary and the signer. 
  • Recorded Notarizations - The entire Remote Online Notarization process is recorded and stored for up to 10 years which provides another layer of protection.
  • Tamper Evident Documents - A digital certificate is added to the notarized document, making it tamper-evident. If any changes are made after the document is notarized, authorized parties will be able to see who, when, where, and what changes were made. 

There are multiple methods of identity verification, most of which are completed using third-party technology software designed for verifying identities in a digital capacity so you can ensure the signer is exactly who they say they are even though you may not be in the same physical location.

Fees You Can Charge as a Remote Online Notary 

Depending on your State’s laws surrounding Remote Online Notarization, you can charge anywhere between $5 and $25 per notarial act. 

If your state allows it, you can also charge additional fees, such as a technology fee to cover the cost of your platform, pre-tagging fees to cover the time you spent tagging the documents before the session, and so on. This can increase how much you can make doing remote online notarizations.
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You can find more information on what your state allows in the Loan Signing System Course on Remote Online Notarization. 

Why You Should Become a Remote Online Notary 

You may be wondering, "why should I become a remote online notary?"

Imagine never paying for gas or car maintenance again!!! 

Imagine being able to perform notarial acts for people in other states!! 

You can do both of these and more by performing remote online notarizations so you can get more clients and make more money. 

Here are just some of the perks of being a remote online notary: 

  • Make Money from the Comfort of Your Home at Any Time. Remote Online Notarizations occur at all hours of the day, offering you greater flexibility to work from home when you are available. 
  • Expand Your Area of Service Beyond Your City (and In Some Cases, Your State)! You can conduct Remote Online Notarizations anywhere in your state and some states allow you to conduct RON appointments in other states, thereby expanding your potential customer base by millions! 
  • Save Valuable Time - When you conduct RON, you save valuable time because transactions are done remotely. No more driving to appointments. And you can conduct an appointment in a matter of minutes! 
  • Reduce Your Business Expenses - Remote Online Notarization doesn’t require a printer, expensive ink toner, or gas expenses, significantly lowering your business overhead and contributing to a higher profit margin. 

Get the ​Remote Online Notarization (RON) 
​Training Course

If you're ready to take your business digital and get started as a remote online notary, Loan Signing System has a course for you so you can learn all you need to know about RON and how it can help to expand your client base and make more money!! 

In this course you will learn: 

✅ The Process of Getting Started with Remote Online Notarization (RON) 
✅ How to Verify Your Signer’s Identity Digitally 
✅ Laws and Regulations of Remote Online Notarization in Your State 
✅ What Are the Various RON Platforms (Includes Vendor List)
✅ 9 Questions to Ask Before Selecting a RON Platform (Comprehensive Checklist Included)
✅ How Much Can You Charge and How to Get Paid for RON in Your State (Sample Invoice Included)!
✅ What Supplies and Materials You Need to Perform RONs
✅ What Ways You Can Get Remote Online Notarization Business
...and more!!!