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SSL Verification Methods

In order for you to get a valid SSL certificate, it is necessary to verify that you or your organization is the rightful owner of the domain. This step in the process is known as Domain Control Validation or DCV.

While issuing a certificate from Demo Registrar you will be shown three methods for verifying domain control. 

They are 

Verification methods

Validate CSR

Description

Validates the CSR for a domain name.

HTTP Method

POST

Example Test URL Request

https://test.httpapi.com/api/sslcert/validate-csr.json?auth-userid=0&api-key=0&csr=-----BEGIN%20CERTIFICATE%20REQUEST-----xxxxxx-----END%20CERTIFICATE%20REQUEST-----&domainname=abc.xyz

Change Verification Method

Description

Changes the verification method

HTTP Method

POST

Example Test URL Request

https://test.httpapi.com/api/sslcert/change-verification-method.json?auth-userid=0&api-key=0&order-id=0&new-verification-email=admin@storageenterprise01.com.onlyfordemo.com&verification-method=email

What is an EV SSL Certificate ?

An Extended Validation SSL (EV SSL) is the highest form of authentication for a website. To ensure the authenticity of the person or business there is a more detailed evaluation and verification process. This process includes manual validation steps to verify the existence of your business and your physical identity.

How do I reissue an EV SSL Certificate?

In case you want to change any details about your organisation then you will need to reissue your certificate by following the steps below.

Step 1: Log in to your control panel. Learn how.

Step 2: Navigate to the Order Information view.

Type the Domain Name of the order in the search field on the homepage, select Order from the drop down and click on Search.

Step 3: Submit your certificate application.

  • Click on Reissue certificate.


  • Submit your CSR and click on Next. (If you don't know what a CSR is, instructions to generate a CSR can be found here)


  • Enter the organization details and click on Next.


  • Select an email address from the list and click on Send application to Certificate Authority.


  • Once done, you should soon receive a verification email from the Certificate Authority. Follow the instructions in the email to get your SSL Certificate issued.


Note

  • Ensure that Privacy Protection is disabled for the Domain Name.

  • Comodo will verify your Organization details via a relevant Government/Third-Party database.

  • The Contact Email Address cannot be modified while reissuing the certificate.

  • An SSL Certificate will not be issued to a national or resident of Cuba, Iran, Sudan, North Korea, or Syria or any other country where such use is prohibited under United States export regulations, or anyone on the United States Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or the United States Commerce Department's Table of Denial Orders.

How do I apply for an EV SSL Certificate?

After you purchase an EV SSL Certificate order, you will need to first complete a verification process with the Certificate Authority in order to get your final Certificate. Follow the steps below to apply for your certificate.

Apply for a EV SSL Certificate

Step 1: Log in to your control panel. Learn how.

Step 2: Navigate to the Order Information view.

Type the Domain Name of the order in the search field on the homepage, select Order from the drop down and click on Search.

Step 3: Submit your certificate application.

  • In the Order Information view, navigate to the SSL Certificate section and click on Issue certificate.


  • Enter your CSR and click on Next. (If you don't know what a CSR is, instructions to generate a CSR can be found here)


  • Enter the organization details and click on Next.


  • On the next page, a list of approved email addresses will be displayed. Select one and click on Send application to Certificate Authority.


  • Once done, you should soon receive a verification email from the Certificate Authority. Follow the instructions in the email to get your SSL Certificate issued.

Note

  • Ensure that Privacy Protection is disabled for the Domain Name.

  • Comodo will verify your Organization details via a relevant Government/Third-Party database.

  • The Contact Email Address will be used by Comodo to send any agreements that need to be accepted. You will need to enter the email address of the person who has the authority to accept agreements on the Organization’s behalf.

  • An SSL Certificate will not be issued to a national or resident of Cuba, Iran, Sudan, North Korea, or Syria or any other country where such use is prohibited under United States export regulations, or anyone on the United States Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or the United States Commerce Department's Table of Denial Orders.

How do I Renew, Delete or Suspend my SSL Certificate order ?

You can Renew, Delete or Suspend your SSL Certificate order by following the steps below.

Step 1: Log in to your control panel. Learn how

Step 2: Navigate to the Order Information view.

Type the Domain Name of the order in the search field on the homepage, select Order from the drop down and click on the Search button.

 

Step 3:  Renew, Delete or Suspend your order.

  • Renew your SSL Certificate order.

 i. Click on the Renew button.

 ii. Select the duration of the renewal and click on Renew Order to pay your invoice.

 iii. Follow the steps for Applying for a SSL certificate to receive your final Certificate.

  •    Suspend your SSL Certificate order.

             i. Click on the Suspend button.

            ii. Select the Suspend radio button, enter a reason for suspension and click on update.

 

  •    Delete your SSL Certificate order.

             i. Click on the Delete Order button.

            ii. Confirm your deletion.

 

Note
  • Order renewal will only be available 90 days prior to expiry.
  • In case of renewing a Comodo EV Certificate, Comodo will verify the Organization details again.
  • Once an order is suspended, except delete no other actions can be performed on it.

How do I reissue an SSL Certificate?

In case you want to change any details about your organisation then you will need to reissue your certificate by following the steps below.

Step 1: Log in to your control panel. Learn how

Step 2: Navigate to the Order Information view.

Type the Domain Name of the order in the search field on the homepage, select Order from the drop down and click on Search.

 

Step 3: Submit your  certificate application.

 Click on  Reissue certificate.

 

 Submit your CSR and click on Next(If you don't know what a CSR is, instructions to generate a CSR can be found here)

 

Select an email address from the list  and click on Send application to Certificate Authority.

Once done, you should soon receive a verification email from the Certificate Authority. Follow the instructions in the email to get your SSL Certificate issued.

 

Important

  • Ensure that Privacy Protection is disabled for the Domain Name.
  • An SSL Certificate will not be issued to a national or resident of Cuba, Iran, Sudan, North Korea, or Syria or any other country where such use is prohibited under United States export regulations, or anyone on the United States Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or the United States Commerce Department's Table of Denial Orders.