What exactly is web publication certification?−
It is a notarial deed in which the notary accesses digital content (website, social media, email, etc.), views it, captures it, and certifies its existence, exact content, date, and time. It has full validity as evidence in trials.
What digital content can be certified?+
Any content accessible online: websites, social media posts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn), emails, WhatsApp/Telegram messages, forums, blogs, reviews, YouTube videos, cloud documents, etc.
How long does it take to issue the deed?+
Generally between 24 and 48 hours from the request. In urgent cases, we can expedite the process. The timeframe depends on the complexity of the content and notary availability.
Can content requiring login be certified?+
Yes, if you provide access credentials (private email, social media messages, etc.), the notary can temporarily access, certify the content, and remove access. All under notarial professional secrecy.
How much does web publication certification cost?+
The cost includes notarial fees according to tariff (variable by complexity: simple pages vs. multiple URLs or extensive conversations) and our management fees. Request a no-obligation quote specifying what you need certified.
Can content that has already been deleted be certified?+
No, the notary can only certify content accessible at the time of certification. If you foresee content may be deleted, certify it as soon as possible. Previous screenshots taken by you cannot be certified (they would not have public faith).
Does the notary download or save the content?+
The notary documents in the deed what they view and takes screenshots that are incorporated into the deed. They do not download files unless necessary for certification (e.g., PDF document). Everything is reflected in the notarial deed.
Is it useful for proving defamation or slander?+
Yes, it is one of the most frequent uses. The notarial deed certifies the defamatory content, its authorship (profile/user), publication date, and URL, allowing criminal complaint or civil lawsuit with solid evidence.
Can content in foreign languages be certified?+
Yes, the notary certifies the content as it appears, including the original language. If you need a certified translation to present it in proceedings, we can also arrange that additional service.
Do I need a notarial deed or an expert report?+
The notarial deed provides official certification of what was published and when: it's direct, fast, and very solid before a court. The expert report adds technical analysis of the server, HTTP headers, and traceability, useful when authorship or hosting is in dispute. In serious cases, both are combined.
Can you certify social media posts?+
Yes, anything publicly accessible: posts, profiles, comments, reviews, and ads. Private messages are not covered by web certification, but require a device forensic examination instead.
Do I need a digital certificate?+
Yes, to sign electronically you need a digital certificate or an electronic DNI. If you do not have one, we help you obtain it quickly before your appointment, with no additional handling fee.
Can I do it from abroad?+
Yes, the notarial video call works from any country. You only need a stable connection, your valid identity document and a digital certificate.
How much does this service cost?+
The quote includes the official notarial fees set by the Notarial Association plus our handling, fixed before you start and with no hidden costs. Request it with no obligation via WhatsApp or the form.