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How to Prepare a PDF for Online Notarization

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A clean PDF helps remote online notarization go faster. Most delays come from unreadable scans, wrong page order, or missing pages. Here's a simple checklist to prepare your document before you upload it.

1) Use a clear scan or high-quality photo

2) Combine pages into one PDF

If your document has multiple pages, combine them into a single PDF in the correct order. This prevents missing pages and keeps notarization consistent.

Tip: Put signature pages and ID-related pages in the correct order. Double-check before upload.

3) Don't pre-sign unless instructed

Some documents require the signer to sign in front of a notary. If you're unsure, leave signature fields blank and add a note in the submission.

4) Keep file size reasonable

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