Online Notarization in Rhode Island with Secured Signing

Secured Signing has been officially approved as a Remote Online Notary (RON) and/or Electronic Notary Solution Provider in the State of Rhode Island.

In the Ocean State, the tide has officially turned for legal documentation. As of 2026, Remote Online Notarization (RON) is no longer just a “temporary convenience”, it is a permanent, powerful tool for Rhode Island businesses and residents.

With the permanent authorization of House Bill 7363 and Senate Bill 2705, Rhode Island has solidified its place in the digital economy. This shift allows commissioned notaries to perform their duties on digital documents via secure audio-visual technology, making the “physical presence” requirement a thing of the past.

The Legal Landscape: What You Need to Know

On June 30, 2022, the governor signed landmark legislation permanently authorizing notaries public commissioned in the state to remotely notarize electronic documents. This means Rhode Island notaries are empowered to serve signers located anywhere in the world, provided the notary is physically located within the state during the act.

Key Requirements for RI Notaries:

  • Dual Commission: Notaries must hold a traditional commission and then register with the Secretary of State as a Remote Online Notary.

  • Approved Technology: Notaries must use state-approved technology providers—like Secured Signing—that offer Credential Analysis and Identity Proofing.

  • Audio-Visual Recording: A recording of the entire notarial act must be created and securely stored for at least 10 years.

  • Electronic Seals: Notaries use a digital seal and certificate to ensure the integrity of the document.

The Secured Signing Online Notarization platform supports all of these requirements and more. Our feature-rich environment is designed to make your eNotary services easier to manage while providing a more secure, tamper-proof experience for both the notary and the signer.

 

The Power of RON for Professionals

RON is a game-changer for professionals who need to collaborate and innovate from different locations. With Secured Signing’s platform, professionals can work together regardless of geographical distance. This ensures that productivity and connectivity remain uninterrupted, even when team members are miles apart.

As we look to the future, it’s clear that this technology will continue to bring people closer together in their shared pursuit of progress and prosperity. This is not just a step forward, but a leap into a more connected and efficient way of conducting business.

How to Become a Remote Online Notary in Rhode Island.

How to Become a Remote Online Notary in Rhode Island

Electronic and Remote Online Notaries are commissioned RI Notaries Public who are permitted to perform notarial acts on digital documents. If you would like to become an electronic and/or remote notary, follow the steps below.

Choose a Solution Provider

RI notaries who wish to perform electronic or remote notarizations must first purchase the services of an approved solution provider. Electronic and remote notarizations cannot be performed using technology such as FaceTime, Zoom, WebEx, etc. There is a cost to purchase a subscription. You should determine which solution provider is right for your budget and notarial needs.

To meet the minimum standards of remote notarizations in RI, your subscription must include both an electronic signature and electronic notary stamp. A digital certificate is not required by the State of Rhode Island but may be required by the solution provider.

Click here to read all the instructions on how to apply and which steps to take.


How to set up and enable RON with Secured Signing

This video provides a practical, step-by-step walkthrough for notaries on how to configure their Secured Signing account specifically for remote online sessions.

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