Sectigo Domain Validation (DV) SSL certificates

Domain Validation (DV) SSL certificates provide the fastest, easiest, and most cost-effective solution for online businesses to protect customer transactions and create a secure website environment. Issued within minutes, Sectigo DV certificates provide industry-standard 256-bit encryption and validates domain ownership, giving your customers peace-of-mind knowing they are visiting a safe and secure site.

Sectigo Single Domain DV

Domain validation

Sectigo Single Domain DV

Secures 1 domain (Valid for 1 year)

  • Quick Issuance
  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $500,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

Domain Validated SSL certificates are the most basic and easiest to validate using a single step to verify the person or organization who owns the registered domain.

To complete the validation, the domain owner must prove that they own the domain that was submitted with the order before issuance can occur. They are available in single, multi-domain, and wildcard SSL certificate options

The easiest and preferred method is completing the verification with email-based authentication. Using this preferred method, we will send an email to the WHOIS registrar email address asking you to verify that you purchased a DV certificate. Once you positively respond to our email, the requirement is considered satisfied and the certificate can be issued within minutes of a completed order.

As an alternative to the WHOIS registered email, we can send the authentication email to one of five pre-approved email addresses associated with the website domain. The five pre-approved addresses are:

If the email Domain Validation does not work for your particular situation, there are alternative methods.

File-Based Authentication – we will provide you with a text file that you will need to upload to the root directory of your website. This will then be verified by us via HTTP or HTTPS.

CNAME-Based Authentication – we will provide you with two unique hash values (these are MD5 and SHA1). You, in turn, must enter them in your CNAME DNS record.

$119.00/yr 

Sectigo Multi-Domain EV

Domain validation

Sectigo Multi-Domain DV

Includes 3 domains (Valid for 1 Year)

  • Quick Issuance
  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $500,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

Domain Validated SSL certificates are the most basic and easiest to validate using a single step to verify the person or organization who owns the registered domain.

To complete the validation, the domain owner must prove that they own the domain that was submitted with the order before issuance can occur. They are available in single, multi-domain, and wildcard SSL certificate options

The easiest and preferred method is completing the verification with email-based authentication. Using this preferred method, we will send an email to the WHOIS registrar email address asking you to verify that you purchased a DV certificate. Once you positively respond to our email, the requirement is considered satisfied and the certificate can be issued within minutes of a completed order.

As an alternative to the WHOIS registered email, we can send the authentication email to one of five pre-approved email addresses associated with the website domain. The five pre-approved addresses are:

If the email Domain Validation does not work for your particular situation, there are alternative methods.

File-Based Authentication – we will provide you with a text file that you will need to upload to the root directory of your website. This will then be verified by us via HTTP or HTTPS.

CNAME-Based Authentication – we will provide you with two unique hash values (these are MD5 and SHA1). You, in turn, must enter them in your CNAME DNS record.

$349.00/yr 

Sectigo Wildcard DV

Domain validation

Sectigo Wildcard DV

Secures 1 domain
+ unlimited subdomains 

  • Quick Issuance
  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $500,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

Domain Validated SSL certificates are the most basic and easiest to validate using a single step to verify the person or organization who owns the registered domain.

To complete the validation, the domain owner must prove that they own the domain that was submitted with the order before issuance can occur. They are available in single, multi-domain, and wildcard SSL certificate options

The easiest and preferred method is completing the verification with email-based authentication. Using this preferred method, we will send an email to the WHOIS registrar email address asking you to verify that you purchased a DV certificate. Once you positively respond to our email, the requirement is considered satisfied and the certificate can be issued within minutes of a completed order.

As an alternative to the WHOIS registered email, we can send the authentication email to one of five pre-approved email addresses associated with the website domain. The five pre-approved addresses are:

If the email Domain Validation does not work for your particular situation, there are alternative methods.

File-Based Authentication – we will provide you with a text file that you will need to upload to the root directory of your website. This will then be verified by us via HTTP or HTTPS.

CNAME-Based Authentication – we will provide you with two unique hash values (these are MD5 and SHA1). You, in turn, must enter them in your CNAME DNS record.

$594.00/yr 

Sectigo Organization Validation (OV) SSL certificates

Organization Validation (OV) SSL certificates provide an extra level of online trust by authenticating the business identity and legitimacy. An organization must prove it owns the domain name it wishes to secure and confirm that it is a legally registered business. The verification process includes a certificate authority (CA) confirming details including company name and location before issuing the certificate.

This extra level of confirmation makes OV SSL/TLS certificates an ideal option for public-facing websites representing companies and organizations as well as sites requesting money or information from users, such as eCommerce. Choose from single domain, multi-domain, and wildcard SSL options.

Sectigo Single Domain OV

Domain validation

Sectigo Single Domain OV

Secures 1 domain (Valid for 1 Year)

  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $1,000,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

When Sectigo issues an Organization Validation SSL certificate, they will verify that your organization is a legal, legitimate entity. Sectigo will issue your digital certificate after verifying your organization through a few steps including confirming your organization’s presence in the registered location, telephone numbers, and domain ownership.

$349.00/yr 

To ensure the process begins smoothly, double check that all information registered with your state or country is up to date and matches information supplied at checkout and in your user dashboard. Sectigo will confirm that your organization is registered and active in the location provided.
Sectigo will verify that your organization is legally registered in the state or country you have provided. We will confirm that you have a legitimate physical presence within the area registered. We can typically verify this information through a government database. Should additional information be required, we will notify you.
In order to receive an OV certificate, you must have a registered active telephone listing that is verifiable by an online telephone directory. It is important that your listing matches the exact business name and physical address that have been provided and verified.
In this step, we will confirm that the domain you are registering the certificate for is in fact owned by your organization. To do this, we will start by searching the internet database that houses domain registrar information, WHOIS.
The final step of verification is simple. We will call the telephone number associated with your organization to verify ownership and order. This is a short call and all you need to do is ensure you or a designated site admin are available and pick up the phone.

Sectigo Multi-Domain OV

Domain validation

Sectigo Multi-Domain OV

Includes 3 domains (Valid fro 1 Year)

  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $1,000,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

When Sectigo issues an Organization Validation SSL certificate, they will verify that your organization is a legal, legitimate entity. Sectigo will issue your digital certificate after verifying your organization through a few steps including confirming your organization’s presence in the registered location, telephone numbers, and domain ownership.

$589.00/yr 

To ensure the process begins smoothly, double check that all information registered with your state or country is up to date and matches information supplied at checkout and in your user dashboard. Sectigo will confirm that your organization is registered and active in the location provided.
Sectigo will verify that your organization is legally registered in the state or country you have provided. We will confirm that you have a legitimate physical presence within the area registered. We can typically verify this information through a government database. Should additional information be required, we will notify you.
In order to receive an OV certificate, you must have a registered active telephone listing that is verifiable by an online telephone directory. It is important that your listing matches the exact business name and physical address that have been provided and verified.
In this step, we will confirm that the domain you are registering the certificate for is in fact owned by your organization. To do this, we will start by searching the internet database that houses domain registrar information, WHOIS.
The final step of verification is simple. We will call the telephone number associated with your organization to verify ownership and order. This is a short call and all you need to do is ensure you or a designated site admin are available and pick up the phone.

Sectigo Wildcard OV

Domain validation

Sectigo Wildcard OV

Secures 1 domain (Valid for 1 Year)
+ unlimited subdomains

  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $1,000,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

When Sectigo issues an Organization Validation SSL certificate, they will verify that your organization is a legal, legitimate entity. Sectigo will issue your digital certificate after verifying your organization through a few steps including confirming your organization’s presence in the registered location, telephone numbers, and domain ownership.

$989.00/yr 

To ensure the process begins smoothly, double check that all information registered with your state or country is up to date and matches information supplied at checkout and in your user dashboard. Sectigo will confirm that your organization is registered and active in the location provided.
Sectigo will verify that your organization is legally registered in the state or country you have provided. We will confirm that you have a legitimate physical presence within the area registered. We can typically verify this information through a government database. Should additional information be required, we will notify you.
In order to receive an OV certificate, you must have a registered active telephone listing that is verifiable by an online telephone directory. It is important that your listing matches the exact business name and physical address that have been provided and verified.
In this step, we will confirm that the domain you are registering the certificate for is in fact owned by your organization. To do this, we will start by searching the internet database that houses domain registrar information, WHOIS.
The final step of verification is simple. We will call the telephone number associated with your organization to verify ownership and order. This is a short call and all you need to do is ensure you or a designated site admin are available and pick up the phone.

Sectigo Extended Validation (EV) SSL Certificates

Increase your end user’s confidence and transaction rates by showing your true identity online. An Extended Validation (EV) SSL will enable your company name to be added to the browser interface in a branded address bar. Extended Validation (EV) SSL certificates provide the highest trust level and are the industry standard for business websites. EV SSL is recommended for all business and enterprise websites but is especially crucial for any site that requests personal information from users (such as e-commerce).

Sectigo Single Domain EV

Domain validation

Sectigo Single Domain EV

Secures 1 domain

  • Provides the Highest Level of Encryption
  • Shows Organization Details in Certificate
  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $1,750,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

The EV or Extended Validation Certificate has industry standards and specific documents that must be submitted before it can be issued. Here you will find all the required information and necessary documents needed to verify your business or organization.

Organization legal name and that it is in good standing. Exact organization tradename / DBA (Doing Business As) if applicable. Who is currently operating the business. Address of where the business operates. Organization main listed telephone number. Who controls the domain(s) listed on the certificate. Authenticity of the subscriber agreement.

Tips when providing the organization details for an EV SSL certificate:

Use the legally registered name of the organization. Do not enter the trade name/DBA (doing business as) as the legal name of the company.
A trade name can be listed on the certificate with the legal name. The trade name/DBA (doing business as) must be registered in a government agency.
Use the address where the organization conducts business. Do not use PO Box, mail stop/forwarding, care of, virtual office address or a registered agent address.

Complete Domain Control Verification (DCV) to verify the domain(s) are controlled by the organization. This can be completed using 1 of 3 methods: DCV email, CNAME or HTTP(S) challenge.
Telephone call through the main business phone number to the signer listed on the subscriber agreement to verify the signature, authority to sign, if signer is an employee of the organization and signer’s title.
An email with any additional actions if required.

$349.00/yr 

Sectigo Multi-Domain EV

Domain validation

Sectigo Multi-Domain EV

Includes 3 domains (Valid for 1 Year)
+ can add up to 250 domains at ($120 per additional domain) 

  • Provides the Highest Level of Encryption
  • Shows Organization Details in Certificate
  • 24/7 Expert Service
  • Unlimited Server Licenses
  • Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
  • $1,750,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
  • Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

Validation Requirements

The EV or Extended Validation Certificate has industry standards and specific documents that must be submitted before it can be issued. Here you will find all the required information and necessary documents needed to verify your business or organization.

Organization legal name and that it is in good standing. Exact organization tradename / DBA (Doing Business As) if applicable. Who is currently operating the business. Address of where the business operates. Organization main listed telephone number. Who controls the domain(s) listed on the certificate. Authenticity of the subscriber agreement.

Tips when providing the organization details for an EV SSL certificate:

Use the legally registered name of the organization. Do not enter the trade name/DBA (doing business as) as the legal name of the company.
A trade name can be listed on the certificate with the legal name. The trade name/DBA (doing business as) must be registered in a government agency.
Use the address where the organization conducts business. Do not use PO Box, mail stop/forwarding, care of, virtual office address or a registered agent address.

Complete Domain Control Verification (DCV) to verify the domain(s) are controlled by the organization. This can be completed using 1 of 3 methods: DCV email, CNAME or HTTP(S) challenge.
Telephone call through the main business phone number to the signer listed on the subscriber agreement to verify the signature, authority to sign, if signer is an employee of the organization and signer’s title.
An email with any additional actions if required.

$799.00/yr 

Save Time and Money with our Multi-Year Plan

Securing your website just got easier. With SSL coverage ranging from 1-5 years, Fast SSL multi-year plans provide instant savings and consistent coverage in a simplified, long-term solution. To comply with the latest security requirements, you’ll need to re-issue the certificate once per year. We will send you email notifications 30 days before it’s time to re-issue with step-by-step instructions on how to re-issue and update your certificate. If installation not is not your thing, we are her to help also.