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Build Multiple Layers of Brand Reputation for Your Software Using OV Code Signing Certificate

An OV Code Signing certificate is a digital certificate that digitally signs scripts, executables, applications, software packages, and programs to prevent warning messages like “Unknown Publisher” and protect it against code manipulation, phishing attacks, and other security challenges. Organization Validated Code Signing certificate verifies the security and legitimacy of your published executable applications, firmware, drivers, containers, and software packages. Additionally, it ensures that the signed code or software originates from a reputable and verified company. So, clients can confidently download apps, IoT products, or software programs, knowing it’s coming from a trusted entity and it hasn’t been altered with since its signing.

OV (Organization Validated) code signing is a software signing certificate that caters to software development companies, mid-sized technology companies, large enterprises, government agencies, and any organization requiring to prove their identity that tells users application or software is coming from an original validated source and it hasn’t been altered with since its signing. Its ability to balance confidence, security, and price makes it valuable for software developers and publishers, ensuring organizations can benefit from enhanced software security.

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Secure your software with ultimate security, reputation enhancement, and streamlined software installations. Verified organizational details ensure users trust your applications while protecting against tampering. Shop the best OV Code Signing Certificate at SSL2BUY to safeguard your software now!

Encrypted Digital Signature
Tamper-Proof Protection
Cross-Platform Adaptability
FIPS 140-2 compliant USB Token
Thorough Organization Validation
Two-factor Authentication
Unlimited Signing


	Comodo Code Signing Certificate	Sectigo Code Signing Certificate	DigiCert Code Signing Certificate
Price (per year)	CA$316.54	CA$316.54	CA$532.00

Vendor Price	CA$414.40	CA$414.40	CA$823.20
Product SKU	S2BCMD316	S2BSCT364	S2BDIG527
Certificate Authority	Comodo	Sectigo	DigiCert
Category	Code Signing Certificate	Code Signing Certificate	Code Signing Certificate
Validation Method	Organization Validation	Organization Validation	Organization Validation
Key Storage	USB token or HSM	USB token or HSM	USB token or HSM
Delivery Method	Vendor Provided hardware token, and Hardware security module (HSM)	Vendor Provided hardware token, and Hardware security module (HSM)	Vendor Provided hardware token, Existing supported hardware token, Hardware security module (HSM), Cloud HSM
Delivery Time	5 to 7 Days	5 to 7 Days	5 to 7 Days
Supported Key Type(s)	RSA, ECC	RSA, ECC	RSA, ECC
Supported Key Length(s)	3072-bit or 4096-bit	3072-bit or 4096-bit	3072-bit or 4096-bit
Hash Algorithm	SHA – 2, Up to 256-bits	SHA – 2, Up to 256-bits	SHA – 2, Up to 256-bits
Software Signing	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Certificate Reissuance	Unlimited (exluding token)	Unlimited (exluding token)	Unlimited (exluding token)
Hardware Certification	FIPS-140-L2	FIPS-140-L2	FIPS-140-L2
Includes Publisher Identity	Verified Organization Name	Verified Organization Name	Verified Organization Name
Time Stamp	Compatible	Compatible	Compatible
Instant Reputation w/ MS Smartscreen Filter	No	No	No
Supported Platforms	Java, Microsoft Authenticode, MS Office Document, Adobe Air, MS VBA	Java, Microsoft Authenticode, MS Office Document, Adobe Air, MS VBA	Java, Microsoft Authenticode, MS Office Document, Adobe Air, MS VBA
Vendor Refund Policy	Till 30 – Days (If Not Issued or Disptached)	Till 30 – Days (If Not Issued or Disptached)	Till 30 – Days (If Not Issued or Disptached)
Technical Support	Free Live Chat and Ticket Support	Free Live Chat and Ticket Support	Free Live Chat and Ticket Support
Installation Service	Purchase on Demand	Purchase on Demand	Purchase on Demand

Signing tools and File types That Can Be Signed with a Code Signing Certificate

The common types of files that can be signed with code signing certificates are:

Microsoft Windows

Linux

macOS

The following file types can be signed with these signing tools on Windows:

Signing tool	File type
Apksigner	.aab, .apk
Jarsigner	.ear, .jar, .sar, .war
jSign (default)	.appx, .appxbundle, .arx, .cab, .cat, .cbx, .cpl, .crx, .dbx, .deploy, .dll, .drx, .efi, .exe, .js, .msi, .msix, .msixbundle, .msm, .msp, .ocx, .ps1, .psm1, .stl, .sys, .vbs, .vxd, .wsf, .xap, .xlsm, .xsn
Mage	.application, .manifest, .vsto
Nuget	.nupkg
Signtool (64-bit)	.appx, .appxbundle, .arx, .cab, .cat, .cbx, .cpl, .crx (only MS-DOS EXE package format), .dbx, .deploy, .dll, .drx, .efi, .exe, .js, .msi, .msix, .msixbundle, .msm, .msp, .ocx, .psi, .psm1, .stl, .sys, .vbs, .vsix, .vxd,.wsf, .xap, .xsn
Signtool (32-bit)	.doc, .docm, .dot, .dotm, .mpp, .mpt, .pot, .potm, .ppa, .ppam, .pps, .ppsm, .ppt, .pptm, .pub, .vdw, .vdx, .vsd, .vsdm, .vss, .vssm, .vst, .vstm, .vsx, .vtx, .wiz, .xla, .xlam, .xls, .xlsb, .xlsm, .xlt, .xltm
Adobe AIR	.air, .airi

The following file types can be signed with these signing tools on Linux:

Signing tool	File type
Apksigner	.aab, .apk
Jarsigner	.ear, .jar, .sar, .war
jSign (default)	.appx, .appxbundle, .arx, .cab, .cat, .cbx, .cpl, .crx, .dbx, .deploy, .dll, .drx, .efi, .exe, .js, .msi, .msix, .msixbundle, .msm, .msp, .ocx, .ps1, .psm1, .stl, .sys, .vbs, .vxd, .wsf, .xap, .xlsm, .xsn
osslsigncode	.exe, .dll, .sys, .msi, .msp, .msm, .ocx, .cpl, .arx, .cbx, .dbx, .crx, .drx, .deploy
Adobe AIR	.air, .airi

The following file types can be signed with these signing tools on macOS:

Signing tool	File type
Apksigner	.aab, .apk
Jarsigner	.ear, .jar, .sar, .war
jSign (default)	.appx, .appxbundle, .arx, .cab, .cat, .cbx, .cpl, .crx, .dbx, .deploy, .dll, .drx, .efi, .exe, .js, .msi, .msix, .msixbundle, .msm, .msp, .ocx, .ps1, .psm1, .stl, .sys, .vbs, .vxd, .wsf, .xap, .xlsm, .xsn
Codesign Provided as part of the macOS	.app, .dmg
Productsign Provided as part of the macOS	.pkg
Adobe AIR	.air, .airi

Advantages of OV Code Signing Certificates

Fewer Security Warnings

Code signing certificates of respected certificate authorities like Sectigo and DigiCert reduce the security alerts users get when downloading or installing code-signed software.

Builds Trust

Users can trust that the software they’re downloading is genuine and safe.

Boosts Reputation

It shows customers that your software is trustworthy, which improves your brand’s image.

Establish Organizational Credibility with Cryptographic Code Signing

With cryptographic methods like RSA and SHA-2, you guarantee that your software is verified through a secure chain of trust.

Increases Revenue

Many platforms and app stores only accept code-signed software, which can lead to more sales.

Improves Software Adoption

It makes installing, updating, and using the software smoother, which encourages more people to use it.

Easily Identify the Author

Users can quickly see who created the software.

Secures Code

A Code signing certificate ensures the software’s integrity and warns users if the code has been altered or tampered with.

Unlimited Code Signing

Using one code signing certificate, you can sign unlimited executable files, applications, and software packages till their validity period expires.

Trusted OV Code Signing Certificates for Most Popular Platforms

High Assurance OV Code Signing Certificates can be used to sign apps either manually or automatically digitally. All the primary desktop and mobile operating systems, browsers, and platforms, including those from Microsoft, Apple, Adobe, Java, Firefox, and more, easily support code-signing certificates.

About OV Code Signing Certificate Delivery Methods

USB Token Delivery

To comply with the CA/B Forum’s revised guidelines, effective June 1, 2023, cryptographic keys for code signing certificates must be stored on hardware security modules (HSMs) that meet or exceed the FIPS 140-2 Level 2 or Common Criteria EAL 4+ certification standards. These HSMs protect sensitive cryptographic materials and mitigate the risk of unauthorized access or misuse.

You can select from a variety of delivery options to get a USB token:

Token + US Delivery.
Token + International Delivery.
Token + Expedited US Delivery.

Using Your Own Hardware Security Module (HSM)

You can use your certified Hardware Security Module (HSM) or USB token to store keys securely if you already have one.
To ensure the most excellent protection, ensure the device you intend to use satisfies strict security criteria like FIPS 140-2 Level 2 or Common Criteria EAL 4+ before using your HSM.
Using your HSM, you can comply with the new regulations and keep control of the entire critical management process.

YubiKey FIPS 140-2

There are two basic techniques to sign code using YubiKeys

As an authentication factor: Before users can sign codes, they must authenticate themselves using the YubiKey. This offers enhanced security using two-factor authentication (2FA).
As a cryptographic key store: The private key needed for code signing is kept on the YubiKey.

Cloud-Based Key Storage

Cloud-based key storage is a suitable option for a code signing procedure that is easier to use without compromising security. Private keys are stored using this technique in a secure cloud environment with HSM capability, however the Cloud-based key storage is only possible with DigiCert code signing products.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who Needs an OV Code Signing Certificate?

An Organization Validated (OV) code signing certificate is ideal for organizations like software publishing businesses that want to sign their executable files like exe, dll, .jar, software, code, scripts, etc., with a verified identity.

What are the requirements for the OV Code Signing Certificate?

Private key storage on a Hardware Security Module that fulfills FIPS 140 Level 2, Common Criteria EAL 4+, or an equivalent is mandatory for OV Code Signing Certificates as of June 1, 2023. Other prerequisites consist of:

Photo ID issued by the government: A copy of a recent passport, driver’s license, military ID, or national ID bearing the same name as the order. Additionally needed is a picture of the requestor with the ID.
Evidence of existence: Details regarding the legal status of your organization, such as its registration with the government and information gleaned from outside sources
Business contact details: Verified contact details for businesses
Confirmation of a business or organization: Verification of the person or organization authorized for the domain.
Callback procedure: An officially confirmed phone number whereby the company or person can be reached to verify that they are the authorized representative of the order.

What Are Other Code Signing Types?

There are three types of code signing certificates: EV Code Signing Certificate, OV Code Signing Certificate, and Individual Code Signing Certificate.

What is The Issuance Time of the OV Code Signing Cert?

Getting an Organization Validation (OV) Code Signing Certificate issued may take two to three business days. Similarly, the necessary validation process affects the issuing time.

What is the difference between OV and EV Code Signing?

Both OV and EV Code Signing Certificates are used to sign drivers, software, and executable files. The main difference is their purpose. OV Code Signing Certificates are ideal for individual developers or new software testing, where reputation isn’t critical right away.

On the other hand, EV Code Signing certificates are best for organizations that need to sign Windows kernel drivers or want to gain immediate trust from users. Similarly, software signed using an EV Code Signing Certificate is instantly recognized by operating systems and helps avoid warnings from SmartScreen or browsers.