Sectigo EV Code Signing Certificate at $279.99

Sectigo Extended Validation Code Signing is a one stop digital solution for organizations to protect their software, application, script, and executables with highest level 256-bit encryption and SHA-2 standards. It offers Kernel mode and User-mode driver signing with high trust and assurance.

It also safeguards your code from malware and private key thefts by getting a private key stored on an external hardware device that works like two-factor authentication. Ensure maximum software integrity, authenticity, reputation through tempered-free software that is digitally signed with highest level code signing called Extended Validation.

Easy Kernel Driver Signing

Its compatible with major platforms such as Java, Adobe AIR, Microsoft Silverlight, Windows 10, etc along with suitable for Kernel Mode Drivers.

Meticulous Vetting

EV Code Sign Certs follow strict vetting process by verifying legal organization data, phone & physical location validation and identification.

Lifetime Software Validity

Once you add digital signature to software or program, it will be remains valid even after the original certificate expires due to timestamp feature.

Show Business Title & Location

To enhance user trust and confidence, it shows organizations name & and location in digital certificates.

Zero Warnings for End-Users

It fulfils all industry standards and strict verification, the end-user wont’ face any issue while downloading and installing.

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

It enables 2FA for using a YubiKey FIPS-compliant USB device to safeguard the private key, ensuring only authorized personnel can sign the code.

Secure Private Key Storage

To prevent unauthorized access and key protection, this certificate employs FIPS 140-2 compliant USB hardware tokens and a PIN.

Highest-Level Security of 256-bit Encryption

Sectigo EV Code Signing offers strong security with 256-bit encryption, protecting the code from unauthorized modifications.

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 EV Code Signing?

Extended Validation (EV) Code Signing Certificate resides at the top of the digital certificate hierarchy due to its enormous security functionalities. Organizations active for a minimum of three years can only obtain it by undergoing a strict validation process. In addition, Certificate Authorities perform a rigorous verification of all documents before issuing the Sectigo Extended Validation Code Signing Certificate.

EV Code Signing Certificate is a synonym for the highest level of source code protection to sign exe, drivers and kernel files to removes unknown publisher warning and get instant MS SmartScreen reputation.

How Do I Use the Sectigo EV Code Signing Certificate?

Once your Sectigo EV Code Signing Certificate is issued, you'll receive a Private Key in the physical form separately stored in the HSM (Hardware Security Modules) device. It secures Private Key and gives complete control over who can use Sectigo EV Code Signing Certificate to sign software/application and avoid unauthorized usage.

Henceforth, whenever you want to sign software/application, you'll require that separately stored Private Key. Once you plug it into your system, you'll be able to sign your code, application, or software like you can do using Standard Code Signing Certificate.

What is EV Code Signing Validation Process?

Before issuing the EV Code Signing Certificate from Sectigo, the Certificate Authority assesses the organization’s authenticity. To complete the Extended Validation procedure, a company will require the following documents:

• Government Approved ID/CA-registered Third-Party Report (Govt. Registration, Dun & Bradstreet Report, Operational License, Legal Opinion Letter)
• Full Address Proof Document (DBA Statement, Government Approved Report)
• A Telephone Number

If you submit a Dun & Bradstreet Report, it will contain all your information. Hence, you don't have to submit any additional documents then.

Furthermore, once you submit all the mentioned documents, CA will cross-verify them with government databases. And at the final step, a CA representative will contact you on the provided telephone number to confirm the order details. After 100% satisfaction, Certificate Authority will issue you an EV Code Signing Certificate. Although, if CA founds any error or discrepancy, you must start from the beginning. Therefore, you should always double-check the documents before submission.

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.

How to Install EV Code Signing Certificate?

Once the validation process is done, CA issue the certificate with token. Once you receive the certificate, All you need to do is download and open the suitable installer for the machine you will be using while signing the software or applications. Follow the instructions.

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. Read More

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

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