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SSL Enrollment Step-by-Step
The
enrollment process for an SSL Certificate takes about 20 minutes to
complete. The business authentication process could take as little as
2 hours or up to several days, depending on the verification information
you provide and the certificate you choose. You will need access to
your Web server.
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| The CSR is a string of text generated by your server software. You provide this string of text to VeriSign during the enrollment process. To generate a CSR, you will need to know what kind of server software runs on your Web server to choose the correct instructions. |
| Once you have determined which SSL Certificate to purchase, you will need your CSR with the exact domain name of the site you intend to secure.
VeriSign must verify your enrolment information before you receive your certificate and installation instructions. This step may take a few hours or a few days, depending on the documentation you provide and your response to requests for information. Processing times for SSL Certificates with Extended Validation (EV) may take longer due to additional verification requirements mandated by the Extended Validation Standard. You must respond to verification requests within 30 days to complete the enrollment process. During enrollment, you will also be prompted to login to the VeriSign Certificate Center or create a login and password if you don't already have an account. The VeriSign Certificate Center is a centralized console where you can purchase, renew, manage and monitor the status of your VeriSign SSL certificates. |
| Once your information has been validated, VeriSign will email you a text file to install on your server. Choose the appropriate installation instructions for your server software and for your product. If you are installing a true 128-bit SSL Certificate with SGC, you will need to install an Intermediate CA certificate. |
| Once your SSL Certificate is installed, you will not need to make any updates until renewal unless your information changes. For your convenience, a backup copy of your certificate is stored in your VeriSign Certificate Center account. |
Renew a Certificate
You may begin the renewal process for an SSL
Certificate up to 90 days before it expires. If your Web site is hosted
by an Internet service provider or Web host, contact the provider or
host directly to renew. If your Distinguished Name Information has changed
or you would like to upgrade to an SSL Certificate with EV, you will
need to purchase a new SSL Certificate.
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