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What is Comodo code signing?

by Rhyley Bryan

What is Comodo code signing?

Protect your software and your reputation with Comodo Code Signing Certificates. Code Signing Certificates allow you to add digital signatures to your executables, enable software developers to include information about themselves and the integrity of their code with their software.

How do I use Comodo code signing certificate?

Here are your Comodo code signing certificate instructions for the CSR process:

  1. Open Firefox.
  2. Log in to your account on comodosslstore.com.
  3. Find your incomplete code signing certificate.
  4. Click Generate Cert Now.
  5. Enter the required certificate information.
  6. Click Submit.

How do I get a code signing certificate?

To get an individual code signing certificate, you must:

  1. Purchase your code signing certificate.
  2. Satisfy the identity validation/authentication requirements. This process helps you prove that you are who you say you are to the issuing CA.
  3. Generate and install your code signing certificate.
  4. Sign your code.

When did Comodo become Sectigo?

November 1st
From November 1st, Comodo CA is called Sectigo. Not only the company name is changed, but also all brand- and product names. To ensure a smooth transition, the coming year ‘Sectigo, formerly known as Comodo CA’, will be used.

How do I get a signing certificate?

How to Verify Your Code Signing Certificate Is Installed

  1. In Internet Explorer, go to Internet Options.
  2. In the Internet Options window, on the Content tab, click Certificates.
  3. In the Certificates window, on the Personal tab, double-click the code signing certificate that you just installed.

How do I create a self signed code signing certificate?

  1. Create certificate: $cert = New-SelfSignedCertificate -DnsName www.yourwebsite.com -Type CodeSigning -CertStoreLocation Cert:\CurrentUser\My.
  2. set the password for it: $CertPassword = ConvertTo-SecureString -String “my_passowrd” -Force –AsPlainText.
  3. Export it:

Why are code signing certificates so expensive?

Since the benefits of ensuring code signing works as intended are high for Microsoft they don’t care about making a profit on the act of providing the certificates. The cost reflects the fact they are doing a thorough, meaningful audit and making genuine promises of trust that reflect on their business.

What is the difference between code signing certificate and SSL certificate?

An SSL certificate is for websites. SSL certificates encrypt the data in transit between two systems. Code signing certificates do not encrypt the software. Rather, a code signing certificate hashes the executable and attaches the digital signature of the software publisher.

Do code signing certificates expire?

Code Signing certificates are valid for 1 to 3 years depending on which life cycle you choose when you purchase the certificate. See: pricing information. You should also timestamp your signed code to avoid your code expiring when your certificate expires.

Did Sectigo buy Comodo?

We are the largest commercial Certificate Authority in the world, and now we take the next step in our evolution.

Why do you need Comodo code signing certificate?

Comodo Code Signing Certificates. Protect your software and your reputation with Comodo Code Signing Certificates. Code Signing Certificates allow you to add digital signatures to your executables, enable software developers to include information about themselves and the integrity of their code with their software.

Is the Comodo reseller program free to join?

Best of all, our reseller program is completely FREE to join no start-up costs, no contracts, no hidden fees, no commitments of any kind. And, of course, our resellers receive wholesale pricing on our extensive selection of Comodo SSL.

What do I need to login to Comodo client?

We’ve launched CertPanel, a new certificate management platform that allows you to easily purchase and manage your certificates. To continue to purchase web security products as normal, use this login for ComodoSSLStore. Login Forgot your password?

Which is the best program to sell Comodo SSL certificates?

Through our SSL reseller program, which you can sign up for here, you will be able to realize the full ROI potential of marketing and selling Comodo SSL certificates to your customers. Best of all, our reseller program is completely FREE to join no start-up costs, no contracts, no hidden fees, no commitments of any kind.