Using an ACES certificate for federal government agency transactions allow individuals access to more information and services electronically.

Using an ACES certificate could also reduce cycle time and increase the efficiency of transactions with participating federal agencies. This is accomplished through converting from paper-based to electronic processes. ACES certificates enable federal agencies to authenticate individuals in electronic transactions and gain assurance of an individual's identity prior to granting confidential information access.

ACES certificates can facilitate digital signing and can be used in place of an ink signature in some instances.