NF-e digital certificate: issue electronic invoices securely

The NF-e digital certificate is a crucial component for ensuring the efficiency and security of a company's tax operations

In today's business landscape, the digitization of processes is an undeniable reality. One clear example of this is the issuance of electronic invoices (NF-e), which enhances both efficiency and security for companies. However, to ensure the authenticity and integrity of these invoices, it is essential to use an NF-e digital certificate.

What is an NF-e Digital Certificate?

The NF-e digital certificate is an electronic signature that serves as a virtual identity, ensuring that invoices issued in a company's name are authentic and secure.

What is the NF-e digital certificate for?

It should be noted that the processes for issuing, validating, and authorizing invoices with the tax authority must be carried out using a digital certificate. The NF-e digital certificate allows authorized employees – regardless if they are the company's legal representatives –, to issue important documents such as:

• Electronic Invoices (NF-e);
• Electronic Single Invoices (NFA-e);
• Electronic Consumer Invoices (NFC-e);
• Electronic Service Invoices (NFS-e).

In other words, the certificate will be tied to the company's registration number (CNPJ) but it will be issued in the name of the person appointed for issuing the invoices.

What are the Benefits of the NF-e Digital Certificate?

Faster issuance of invoices

A digital certificate streamlines the company's accounting routines, ensuring that invoices are issued promptly and efficiently according to business needs. 

Security and reliability

One of the biggest concerns for companies making the digital shift is information security. The NF-e digital certificate employs advanced cryptography for data protection, ensuring that only the issuer and recipient have access to the contents of the invoice.

Information tracking

A digital history of issued invoices can be maintained, streamlining information management and enhancing data traceability.

How to obtain an NF-e digital certificate? 

The process is simple but requires attention to a few details. The most important step is to choose a Registration Authority (RA) accredited by ICP-Brasil, such as Domingues e Pinho Contadores, to issue the digital certificate. Find out more here. 

Another important consideration is whether you need the A1 or A3 certificate model. The A1 certificate is stored on a computer and is valid for one year, while the A3 certificate is stored on a physical device (token or card) and can be valid for up to three years. The choice depends on the company's needs and preferences. 

• See also: Digital certificate: understand the different types and which is the most suitable for you 

Issue or renew your digital certificate with DPC

When issuing or renewing digital certificates, you can rely on the support of our registration agents to answer all your questions and guide you through the process. Reach out to us at: certificadoradpc@dpc.com.br.