> ## Knowledge Base Index
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> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
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# Session Simulator: Practice Before Going Live

Session Simulator is a safe practice environment that allows notaries to experience a complete notarization session from start to finish without involving real signers or documents. It replicates the actual session workflow, giving you the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the platform, test features, and build confidence before conducting live notarizations.

1. Navigate to **Session Simulator** from the homepage under **Additional Resources**        ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/a/d/6/f/ad6f70f312c99800/image_1x3m7yz.png)
2. Start a mock session
3. Drag and drop your **eSeal** and signature onto the document where required.
4. **To finalize your document,** Click **Complete Session**

## Why Use Session Simulator?
The simulator helps you:
* Learn the notarization workflow in a risk-free environment
* Practice using session controls and tools
* Become familiar with document interactions and signer actions
* Train new team members without using real customer data
* Get your sample notarization document 

## What Can You Practice?
Within Session Simulator, you can:
* Navigate the in-session workspace
* Review and interact with sample documents
* Practice adding signatures, initials, and notarial elements
* Experience participant management tools
* Test session controls and completion workflows
* Become comfortable with the overall notarization process


## Upload Your Own Documents for Practice
Session Simulator isn't just for exploring the platform, it also allows you to upload your own documents and practice with the exact files you'll use in real notarizations.
This is especially useful if you're preparing documents for state approval or training requirements, such as submitting sample notarization.

1. Go to the three dot at the top right corner
2. Find the upload custom document option
3. Upload the document you want. 
4. Done

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/a/d/6/f/ad6f70f312c99800/image_cnyew7.png)
Once you've finished practicing, click **Complete Session**. Your completed sample document will be automatically generated and downloaded, ready for review, training purposes, or submission requirements