Buy DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate
DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate is an Extended Validation certificate for digitally signing commercial software, enterprise applications, drivers, firmware, scripts, and other software releases. It establishes a verified organization identity and supports 4096-bit RSA signing with timestamping.
| Product Name | DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate |
|---|---|
| Product SKU | S2BDIG522 |
| Certificate Authority | |
| Category | Code Signing Certificate |
| Certificate Cost | SG$887.73 / year |
| Vendor Refund Policy | Till 30 – Days (If Not Issued or Dispatched) |
| Technical Support | Free Live Chat and Ticket Support |
| Installation Service | Purchase on Demand |
| Issuance Time | 5-7 Business Days |
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| Publisher Identity | Verified Organization Name |
|---|---|
| Delivery Methods | Vendor Provided hardware token, Existing supported hardware token, Hardware security module (HSM), Cloud HSM |
| Software Signing | Unlimited |
| Timestamping | Compatible |
| File & Platform Support | Java, Microsoft Authenticode, MS Office Document, Windows Vista x64 kernel-mode, Adobe Air, MS VBA |
| Microsoft SmartScreen Filter | Reputation builds over time |
| Certificate Reissuance | Unlimited (excluding token) |
| Validation Method | Extended Validation |
|---|---|
| Supported Key Types | RSA, ECC |
| Supported Key Lengths | 4096-bit |
| Hash Algorithm | SHA – 2, Up to 256-bits |
| Private Key Storage | USB token, Existing Qualified HSM, FIPS-compliant Cloud HSM |
| Hardware Certification | FIPS 140-2 Level 2 or equivalent |
| Certificate Validity | Up to 459 days per issuance* |
Provisioning & Key Storage for DigiCert EV Code Signing
DigiCert EV keeps the signing key in compliant hardware-backed storage. Choose the route that best fits local signing, existing security hardware, or a centralized signing environment.
Hardware Security Module (HSM)
Generate and protect the signing key using a compatible HSM that meets DigiCert’s applicable key-protection requirements.
DigiCert-Provided Hardware Token
Choose a preconfigured compliant USB token when you want a dedicated physical signing device. The DigiCert-provided token adds SG$152.40 to the certificate order.
Your Qualified Token or HSM
Use a qualified hardware token you already own or a compatible HSM that meets the applicable FIPS 140-2 Level 2 or equivalent key-protection requirements.
Best Fit for DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate
Built for organizations signing commercially distributed software, drivers, enterprise applications, firmware, and security products where EV-level publisher verification and controlled private-key protection are part of the release process.
EV-Level Publisher Verification
For registered organizations that undergo the legal, business, and authorization checks associated with Extended Validation.
Verified Organization Name
Embed a validated organization identity into software signatures so supported signature dialogs can identify the publisher behind the release.
High-Assurance Release Workflows
Well suited to commercial software, drivers, enterprise applications, security products, firmware, executables, and installers.
Hardware-Backed Signing
Keep the private key protected through a compliant token, HSM, or supported cloud-HSM setup instead of an exportable software key.
DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate Deployment Process
DigiCert EV issuance includes Extended Validation, requester authorization, and compliant key provisioning before the certificate is ready for software signing.
Choose Your Signing Setup
Select an HSM, a DigiCert-provided hardware token, or your own qualified hardware token based on how your organization manages signing keys.
Complete Validation
DigiCert verifies your legal organization details and completes the applicable phone, requester, and signing-authority checks required for Extended Validation.
Certificate Issuance
After EV approval, CA issues the certificate based on your selected setup. DigiCert-provided tokens are shipped, while your own token or HSM is provisioned digitally.
Complete Key Setup
Configure the selected HSM or hardware token so the private key remains protected and ready for signing.
Start Signing
Configure the certificate with a compatible signing tool and begin signing applications, drivers, and other software releases.
DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate FAQs
Answers to common questions about buying, validating, deploying, and using a DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate.
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Hardware must meet FIPS 140-2 L2 or EAL 4+ for key storage.
- DigiCert-Provided Hardware Token: To purchase a preconfigured, compliant USB token from DigiCert.
- My Own Qualified Hardware Token: If you have a previously issued DigiCert token you can reuse.
- Hardware Security Module (HSM): If you have a third-party certified HSM or compliant hardware token.