{"id":1311,"date":"2023-03-06T08:34:33","date_gmt":"2023-03-06T08:34:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/signmycode.com\/resources\/?p=1311"},"modified":"2024-09-17T06:07:39","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T06:07:39","slug":"how-to-install-an-iv-code-signing-certificate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/signmycode.com\/resources\/how-to-install-an-iv-code-signing-certificate","title":{"rendered":"How To Install an IV (Individual) Code Signing Certificate?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Individual Validation Code Signing Certificate is particularly for developers, who work independently and publish their software. Such developers are not a part of an organization, but its also necessary for them to digitally sign their applications, scripts, and other executable files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When a Certificate Authority issues an IV Code Signing Certificate, the developer can’t use it instantly. However, the certificate’s proper installation is required. And here you will get the complete procedure, explaining every step to cover to install an IV Code Signing Certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Note:\u00a0As per the\u00a0new CA\/B (Certificate Authority\/Browser) changes, Now, All Code Signing Certificate now generated and stored on physical tokens and HSMS.\u00a0(Applicable from June 1st, 2023)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

So, What\u2019s in the Package you Received from your CA?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So based on new requirements of issuing OV and Individual Code Signing Certificates, the installation process is changed now. You will receive the enrollment package including USB Token <\/strong>from CA ensures that only authorized individuals can access the certificate and use it for signing the code along with instructions<\/strong> to setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

QUICK NOTE: <\/strong>It\u2019s important to know that while the overall process remains the same across certificates, there may be slight variations in the package contents based on the specific Certificate Authority you are dealing with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Setup Individual Code Signing: Installation Guide (As Per New CA\/B Requirement Starting from June 1, 2023)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let us begin!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STEP 1: Installing Safenet Authentication Client<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To successfully install Safenet Authentication Client, it is recommended to follow the instructions provided in the letter received from the Certificate Authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The letter should contain a URL that grants access to the required software, SafeNet Authentication Client<\/strong>. Download the appropriate installer for the machine on which you intend to perform the signing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once the installer has been downloaded, please follow the installation steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After the installation is complete, it is advisable to reboot your system to ensure the SafeNet Authentication Client <\/strong>has been successfully installed. Once the reboot is done, you can use your OV or EV (Extended Validation) Code Signing certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STEP 2: Plugging in the USB Token<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before plugging in the USB token, launch the Safenet Authentication Client software that was recently installed. Once the software is open, you can safely insert the USB token into your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Upon inserting the USB token, the SafeNet <\/strong>Authentication Client should automatically detect and display your card within the application interface, as depicted in the example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STEP 3: Changing the Token Password<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although not mandatory, changing the password for your token is recommended. To do this, locate the option to \u201cChange Token Password<\/strong>\u201d within the Safenet Authentication Client software. By selecting this option, you will be presented with an interface to modify the token\u2019s password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To change the password, input the existing password, which should have been provided to you by the Certificate Authority via email. Then, choose a new and unique password that satisfies the security requirements set by SafeNet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STEP 4: Collecting the Certificates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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To collect the certificate necessary for signing your application, locate and select the \u201cGear<\/strong>\u201d icon. You can find it within the Safenet Authentication Client software. This action will modify the interface, displaying a sidebar similar to the example shown under this step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within the sidebar, you will find tokens and dropdown menus. Click through the dropdown menus until you locate the specific certificate associated with your company, as demonstrated in the example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With these steps completed, you can begin signing your application using your IV\/EV\/OV Code Signing certificate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended: Signing Executable Files Through Microsoft SignTool<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Outdated Individual Code Signing Installation Process Applicable Only if you Buy Before May 15, 2023<\/mark>)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Prerequisites To Complete Before Installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you start with the Individual Code Signing Certificate<\/a> installation, verify that you have completed the following tasks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n