Digital signatures serve as cryptographic tools employed to authenticate and maintain the integrity of electronic documents. By adding a digital signature to your Word document, you can ensure that it hasn't been tampered with and comes from a trusted source.

1.    Open Your Word Document: Start by opening the Word document where you want to add the digital signature.

2.    Go to the Insert tab: by clicking on it in the ribbon situated at the top of the Word window.

3.    Select Signature Line: In the "Text" group, choose "Signature Line" and then "Microsoft Office Signature Line."

4.    Fill in Signature Details: A dialog box will appear, prompting you to enter details such as your name, title, and email address. You can also add an image of your signature if needed.

5.    Insert the Signature: After filling in the required details, click "OK" to insert the signature line into your document.

6.    Sign the Document: To sign the document digitally, double-click on the signature line. A confirmation box will appear, allowing you to confirm and add your digital signature.

•    Enhanced Security: Digital signatures ensure document authenticity and prevent unauthorized alterations.

•    Efficiency: Streamline your document workflow by digitally signing Word documents.

•    Legality: Digital signatures are legally recognized and provide a secure way to sign electronic documents.

By following this step-by-step guide, you can easily add digital signatures to your Word documents, enhancing security and ensuring document integrity.