Organization Validation (OV) SSL certificates offer an additional layer of trust by verifying the identity and legitimacy of the organization. To obtain an OV certificate, the organization must demonstrate ownership of the domain and provide proof of legal business registration. The Certificate Authority (CA) will verify details like the company’s name and location before issuing the certificate.
With this enhanced verification, OV SSL/TLS certificates are an excellent choice for public-facing websites representing businesses and organizations. Available options include single domain, multi-domain, and wildcard SSL certificates.
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.
In our customer dashboard, you can easily view all the products you have with Sectigo, track their lifecycle status, issue or reissue certificates, and renew expiring certificates. This streamlined process saves you time and eliminates the worry of unexpected downtime caused by expired certificates.
Simplify your website security with Sectigo's multi-year plans, offering coverage from 1 to 6 years. Enjoy immediate savings and continuous protection with a straightforward, long-term solution. To meet current security standards, you'll need to reissue your OV certificate annually. You'll receive email reminders and easy-to-follow instructions 30 days before it's time to reissue, ensuring smooth and timely updates.