Code Signing
Code signing certificate (Code Sign Certificate) is used to protect your software installation program, etc.An installation package that is certified by code signing can automatically remind customers who install the software when the software is modified to avoid being deceived. The code signing certificate is basically what all software distributors must purchase in order to create installation files.
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Standard Code Signing
Standard Certificate
- Signature shows company name
- Reduce security warnings during software installation
- The signature is always valid
- Authoritative time stamping service
- Supports all mainstream 32-bit/64-bit installable files
EV Code Signing
- Contains all functions of ordinary code signing
- The certificate is on the token，Higher Security
- Support driver signing support
- Support SmartScreen, WHQL logo certification
- Signature shows company name
- Reduce security warnings during software installation
- The signature is always valid
- Authoritative time stamping service
- Supports all mainstream 32-bit/64-bit installable files
Code Signing Certificate
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1-5 days
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Secure single domain
1~5 days
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EV Code Signing Certificate
Secure single domain
1~5 days
Warranty：N/A
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Code Signing Certificate
Secure single domain
1~5 days
Warranty：N/A
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EV Code Signing Certificate
Secure single domain
1~5个工作日
Warranty：$1,500,000
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Secure single domain
1~5 days
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Why Choose Code Signing
Tamper-proof software
After the signed code, if the released software is modified, the system will prompt security risks during installation
Meet Microsoft licensing requirements
When installing software on operating systems such as Windows, unsigned software will be reminded of possible security issues
Apply for software ownership
For the signed software, when it is safe, the system will prompt the software to release the enterprise information
Smartscreen instant reputation
If you apply for an EV code signing certificate, you can immediately get the reputation of SmartScreen
WHQL logo certification
If you want to obtain the WHQL logo certification, you must sign the software with code signing
Improve the credibility of the software
The signed code can display enterprise information during installation, and there is no security prompt at the same time, which can improve the credibility of the software.
Code signing FAQ
CODE SIGNING CERTIFICATE Q&A
| Q | What is a code signing? |
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| A |
Code signing certificate is a special SSL certificate encryption tool that can be used to protect your code and files during online transmission. It is not difficult to understand that people are reluctant to download any untrusted applications to their computers and install them, which is why code signing certificates are so valuable. By using this encryption technology to sign a document, a third-party certification authority (CA) will confirm that you are the producer of the document. If any third party makes any changes to the code, the certificate will automatically remind the user. This way, you don't have to worry about someone changing your package without your knowledge. |
| Q | When is the code signing certificate used? |
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| A |
Code signing certificates are widely used throughout the industry. Microsoft, JavaSoft, Adobe and Apple all use this encryption and signing tool when releasing software. In addition, code signing certificates can be used to sign almost all file formats you can think of, including .exe, .ocx, .xpi, .msi, .dll, and .cab. If you need to transfer the code online and you want to make sure that no one has made any changes or used your source code, a code signing certificate must basically be used. It reassures you that once your software is published online, it will not be maliciously modified by other third parties to reassure consumers. In addition, they do not have to worry about being infected by malware and viruses when downloading and installing your software. |
| Q | How to choose a code signing certificate? |
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| A |
At present, there are not many Code Sign digital certificate manufacturers, namely Digicert (including the original Symantec), Comodo, Entrust, etc. In terms of selection, general manufacturers will be happy to choose Digicert (formerly Symantec brand), after all, the certificate is highly recognized. But in terms of cost performance, Comodo is also quite good. In fact, from the perspective of product safety, there is no difference between the two, more is the level of brand recognition. So for startups or companies that are not very large, consider Comodo. In addition, when purchasing code signing, if your software is a driver or the like, you need to purchase a code signing EV certificate. |
