SSL Now Offers Matter IoT Standard Certificates
Discover how we’re helping to simplify the security of smart home devices. The smart home revolution has reached a turning point. For years, consumers
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Our Key Discoveries from the CSC Trust Without Borders Summit 2026
The Cloud Signature Consortium (CSC) brought its flagship global summit to Bogotá, Colombia, on May 13 and 14, 2026, and SSL was there as a
How to Install Your Code Signing Certificate in Your YubiKey
Step 1: Download your Code Signing Certificate Once SSL.com approves your attestation and issues your certificate, you can now download it. To do this, log
SSL at the CSC Trust Without Borders Summit 2026
The Cloud Signature Consortium (CSC) brings its flagship global summit to Bogotá, Colombia, from May 13-14, 2026; SSL will be there as a regional sponsor.
Identity Validation for SSL.com Certificates: A Complete Guide
Abstract: Identity validation is a required step for obtaining SSL certificates that carry verified personal identity, including IV S/MIME, Document Signing, Client Authentication, and Code
VMC Complete Guide for Validation: Trademark Requirements, Logo Specifications, and BIMI DNS Setup
Abstract: A Verified Mark Certificate (VMC) from SSL lets organizations display their brand logo in supported email clients, backed by cryptographic proof of trademark ownership
How to Manage Domain Validation Under the 200-Day DCV Reuse Policy
Abstract: As of March 15, 2026, the CA/Browser Forum requires that domain validation records for publicly trusted SSL/TLS certificates expire after 200 days, cutting the
What SSL’s Root Migration Means for You
Here’s what the migration means for your certificates and systems, especially if you use Client Authentication in SSL/TLS certificates. What This Means for You For
SSL at the 2026 NAB Show
Content Authenticity Takes Center Stage Whether digital media can be trusted or not is no longer a concern solely for security professionals. It has become
Compliance Update: 2026-04-03 EJBCA Incident and Mass Revocation Event
A brief explanation regarding the recent revocation event that occurred on Friday, April 3, 2026. An issue was identified in a vendor-provided component used by
The Trust Briefing April 2026
From the Desk of Leo Grove, SSL President and CEO Right now, we’re at an interesting time when it comes to the intersection of disruption.
Deepfake Protection: How Manipulated Media Threatens Your Brand
Imagine discovering that a video of your CEO announcing a fake merger has gone viral. Or that manipulated images of your products are circulating on
D-U-N-S Numbers and Business Listings for Code Signing Certificate Validation
Abstract: OV and EV Code Signing certificates from SSL require independent verification of your organization’s identity, address, and phone number before issuance, and that verification
Troubleshooting Domain Control Validation (DCV) Failures
Abstract: Domain Control Validation (DCV) is a required step before SSL can issue SSL/TLS, Mark, and, under certain circumstances, S/MIME certificates. However, configuration mistakes, network
eSigner vs. Hardware Token: Choosing the Right Code Signing Method
Abstract: Choosing between SSL’s eSigner cloud signing service and a hardware token affects more than key storage. It shapes how your entire signing workflow operates.
Key Generation and Attestation with Yubikey for Document Signing Certificates
For the purposes of Adobe PDF digital signatures, it is required that your private key be securely generated and stored on an external FIPS-validated hardware device
How to Upload Validation Documents for SSL.com Certificates
Abstract: This guide explains how to upload identity and organizational validation documents for SSL.com certificate orders. It outlines the verification requirements that may apply to
VMC Logo File Requirements: SVG Tiny PS Format, Dimensions, and Common Rejection Reasons
Abstract: Before purchasing a Verified Mark Certificate (VMC) from SSL, your logo file must meet strict technical specifications set by the BIMI Working Group, and
The SSL Team’s 3 Takeaways from the RSAC 2026 Conference
1. Automation Is Now Necessary for Certificate Lifecycle Management The era of long-lived certificates is over. The CA/Browser Forum’s push to eventually reduce TLS certificate
SSL at the RSAC 2026 Conference: Our Daily Journal
The latest news, insights, and what we’re hearing between sessions. Our daily journal straight from the Moscone Center floor, compiled by our boots-on-the-ground team, including Leo
Key Takeaways from the CA/Browser Forum F2F in Houston, March 2026
SSL had the privilege of hosting the 67th CA/Browser Forum Face-to-Face (F2F) meeting at Rice University in Houston from March 10 to 12, 2026. It was at Rice
Public vs. Private PKI: What Business Leaders Need to Know Before Choosing
Abstract: Most organizations secure their public-facing websites with digital certificates but overlook vital internal infrastructure, such as VPNs, device networks, and DevOps pipelines. Private PKI
Reminder: The 200-Day Certificate Deadline Arrives March 15, 2026
On March 15, 2026, the SSL/TLS certificate landscape changes significantly: the maximum certificate lifespan drops from 398 days to just 200, effectively doubling how frequently
VMC Support Across Email Platforms and Directory of Trademark Offices
Abstract: Verified Mark Certificates (VMCs) enable organizations to display their trademarked logo in email inboxes through BIMI (Brand Indicators for Message Identification). Gmail and Apple
A New Era for the Digital Trust Platform
We’re excited to unveil SSL’s refreshed brand identity for our new website launch. Beyond just a rebrand, this reimagining of digital trust reflects our evolution
