Do I have to submit my Thai e-Visa application online, or can I mail it to the consulate?

The user inquired about the Thai e-Visa application process, specifically whether submission must be done online or if mailing to the consulate is an option. Additionally, they sought clarification on the difference between a 'certificate of criminal record clearance' and a 'criminal record background check'. Community members confirmed that the e-Visa application must be completed online and noted that both terms regarding criminal records refer to similar documents, with advice on obtaining a criminal record check from the UK.