> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.certinext.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.certinext.io/documentation/certificate-lifecycle-management/ordering-a-certificate/as-a-customer/ordering-doc-signer-certificates/phase-1-steps/step-1-choose-product-and-validity.md). # Step 1 - Choose Product & Validity

This is the first step of the application. You select what type of certificate you want, which CA (Certificate Authority) will issue it, and the specific product. The system also shows you the cost before you commit to payment. #### Field Reference **Group \***: Automatically populated with your organization's name as registered in CERTInext. No action needed. Verify that the organization name shown matches the one you are registering the certificate for. **CA Source \***: The Certificate Authority (CA) that will issue your certificate. emsign is eMudhra's globally trusted CA platform. Select "emsign" from the dropdown. This is the default and recommended option for Document Signer Certificates. **Certificate Type \***: The category of certificate. "Document Signer Certificates" enables legal electronic document signing on behalf of an organization. Select "Document Signer Certificates" from the dropdown. **Product \*:** The specific certificate product, which defines the token type and validity period. Select "Softnet Legal Person Certificate - Soft Token 1 Year" from the dropdown. **Cost**: Displays the price for the selected product. This is shown in USD. Review the displayed cost (USD 210). No input required; this is informational only. #### Product Information Box Below the form fields, a blue information box displays the features included with Document Signer Professional Certificates: • Sign with Organization Individual Capacity • Individual & Organization Validation • Average Issuance Timeframe: 1-5 Business Days • Sign Unlimited Documents • Strong Encryption, Timestamping, Audit Trails & Non-repudiation • Hardware Download Support • Automatic renewal reminders and early renewal options
NOTE: The "*" symbol next to a field name means the field is mandatory. You cannot proceed without filling in all required fields.
IMPORTANT: Ensure you select the correct product before proceeding. Once payment is made, the product type cannot be changed without cancelling the order.
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