Certera Code Signing Certificates at $179.99

Certera Code Signing certificate is the trusted digital security certificate that comes with all the necessary security standards to prevent pesky warnings like "Unknown Publisher." It assures that the downloaded software comes from a trusted source and hasn't been tampered with since its signing. In addition, it avoids warnings when downloading or when software is made available on third-party software publishing websites.

• Sign an unlimited number of software and applications
• The Certera Code Signing certificate is compatible with both 32 and 64-bit file format
• Adheres to specifications and guidelines mentioned by CA/Browser Forum and Microsoft
• Timestamp feature to keep your digital signature valid forever, even after the code signing certificate expires
• The digital signature offered is unique for everyone that helps boost the trust and confidence of software users
• Minimizes warnings and instantly removes Unknown Publisher warning

Comparison Between Standard Vs EV Code Signing

FAQs of Certera Code Signing Certificate

Is my existing code sign cert impacted with the new CA/B changes?

No, You can continue using your active code signing certificate till its expired. Once you reissue, HSM or token is required for the new order.

Can I use my existing token?

Yes, you can purchase a hardware token by yourself and utilize it for storing private keys and Code Signing Certificates. However, you need to ensure that the token aligns with the Sectigo’s policies and verification system.

Currently, you must prefer availing the one from the following list, as they all fulfill the CA/B and Sectigo’s requirements:

• Yubico YubiKey FIPS-compliant Hardware Token (For ECC Keys)
• Thales/SafeNet Luna and netHSM Tokens

Although, the list can get expanded with the change in policies or the introduction of new compliant devices.

What Is the Certera Code Signing Certificate?

Certera Code Signing certificate is a standard organization-validated code signing certificate that software publishers and developers use to sign their software, applications, and scripts to avoid Unknown Publisher warnings while proving their authenticity. It assures software users that the software they're downloading is genuine and hasn't been tampered with since its signing.

How to Use Certera Code Signing Certificate?

Once the code signing certificate is issued, you'll have to install it in the Windows Certificate Store or Login Keychain of Mac. And once you install it, you'll be ready to sign your software and applications digitally. Similarly, you can export your code signing certificate as a .p12 file for Mac and for Microsoft Windows in .pfx format.

Does Certera Code Signing Certificate Work for Individual Developer?

Yes, you can use the Certera Code Signing certificate as an individual software developer to code sign your software. But, you’ll require to follow the validation procedure of individual code signing certificates to authenticate yourself as a genuine software developer.

What's the New Change in OV Code Signing?

Below are the two major changes in OV Code Signing Certificate:

• The CA will provide an associated private key in Hardware Security Module (HSM).
• You will need to plug the HSM into the system for using the OV Code Signing Certificate.

Why There is Price Surge in Code Signing Certificates?

With the introduction of the HSM module for Organization Validation Code Signing Certificates, the cost of issuing certificates has increased by 3-4x for the CA. To remediate the expenses and to provide seamless services, the price has increased.

Why is the Major Change in Code Signing?

Due to new to CA/B Forum standards, the most trusted CA Sectigo (Formally known as Comodo) is aligning its solutions, which has the mandate to provide a private key in HSM for OV Code Signing Certificate. And updating services according to it requires additional investment. Therefore, for impeccable business operations, certificates got a price surge.