Certera Code Signing Certificates at $199.99

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.

Enhances User Confidence

Digitally sign software codes and scripts to ensure authenticity and instil user confidence.

Reliable Timestamping

Provides timestamping, ensuring the digital signature remains valid even after the certificate's validity period ends, allowing for regular updates without user warnings.

Effortless Usage

Effortlessly integrates with vendor software applications and development procedures, simplifying the code signing process.

Verified Publisher Name

Embeds the publisher's name and unique digital signature, assuring users of the software's trusted source, leading to confident installation and usage.

Unlimited Software Signing

Allows unlimited software and app signings until the certificate's validity term expires.

Removes Unknown Publisher Warning

Removes the "Unknown Publisher" warning, gaining recognition and trust from third-party software platforms and operating systems and enhancing reputation and credibility.

Easy Issuance

Quick issuance in 1-5 days for a hassle-free experience and 24/7 technical support and help.

Compatibility

It supports several platforms like Microsoft Windows, Linux, MacOS, and more, ensuring cross-platform compatibility and reaching a broader audience.

30-Day Moneyback Guarantee

It allows to cancel your code signing certificate only if its at Pending Status within 30 days of the purchase.

Signing Multiple Formats

Enables secure code signing of various file formats, including .exe, .dll, .msi, and .cab, crucial for software development.

How to Order and Install Code Signing Certificate?

• Purchase Code Signing Certificate with Appropriate Delivery Mode

  Based on CA, the provisioning process is different! Choose the suitable delivery method among Standard (Token + Shipping Provided by CA) or Use existing Token/HSM such as YubiKey, FIPS HSM, Luna, etc.

• Complete the Enrollment Process

  After placing the order, you will email about the enrollment process, or you can start by the enroll link on Thank page or your Dashboard. Based on your selected delivery mode, the enrollment process will be changed. CA will handle the CSR step if you use a standard token provisioning process. You need to submit basic details about you and your organization.

• Complete Validation Process

  Once you submit the enrolment form, CA will contact you and ask you to submit gov-approved documents to verify the identity. Depending on your certificate type, it may include a government-issued ID, organization details, physical address, phone number, and verification call.

• Insurance and Setup your Token-Based Code Signing Certificate

  After successful validation, CA will send you a certificate with a secure key stored on the physical token to your address. You need to install or activate the token on your computer as per the mentioned instruction via mail!

• Sign your Code or Executables

  Once you successfully plugin and initiate your token, you can sign your executable files using unique token credentials and SignTool or commands; then, you are all set to use your signed code signing certificate!

• Test your Signed EXE and View Certificate Details

  It's the last and final step to cross-verify your signed exe before making it live. You can do it by uploading it on the test URL, downloading the test code, and checking out the properties of the certificate details. That's all!

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

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 Hardware Token Device or HSM?

Hardware Token Device or HSM is a physical crypto processor in the form of a USB, that stores the private key associated with a Code Signing Certificate. It's a password-protected device, which you need to plug into the system for using an OV and EV certificate to sign an executable file.

How to use YubiKey to Store Code Signing Certificate?

YubiKey FIPS Series is the most reliable option to securely store your private key in a Hardware Token for enhanced protection of cryptographic keys. If you already have a code signing certificate from a trusted and reputed CA, find the right way to store your code signing certificate in YubiKey. Read More

Why Is HSM Mandate for Code Signing Certificates?

Hardware Security Module (HSM) has become mandatory for OV Code Signing Certificate (From June 1, 2023, due to New CA/B Forum regulations) to prevent private key theft and certificate misuse. It helps to comply with the best practice of storing the private key in a FIPS-140 Level 2 aligning device. And it also aids in leveraging offline status and physical locks to protect the cryptographic key from unauthorized personnel. Till now, it’s not possible to digitally sign the software without a hardware token with the Extended Validation Code Signing Certificate. But Now, All Code Signing Certificates including OV and EV will be issued with tokens only.

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