Notarization is the official process of verifying the authenticity of a document or signature. A notary public is a trained professional who witnesses the signing of documents and confirms the identity of the signers. This process helps prevent fraud and ensures that the parties involved understand the contents of the document. During notarization, the notary will typically require identification from the signers and may ask them to sign the document in their presence. Once completed, the notary affixes their seal and signature, making the document legally binding and recognized by courts and other institutions.