Secure One Domain and One Subdomain

Single Domain SSL Certificates

Standard single domain SSL certificates provide a quick and cost-effective solution for securing a single domain, covering both WWW and non-WWW versions. Along with providing full encryption for a single domain, these SSL/TLS certificates can also secure an individual subdomain, hostname, IP address, or mail server.

40%

of Fortune 1000

companies use Sectigo

Single Domain DV

Ideal for blogs and sites that don't gather customer data

$99.99

/ year

Up to 33% off with multi-year

Fastest Issuance
24/7 Expert Service
Unlimited Server Licenses
30-Day Money Back Guarantee
Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
$500,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

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Single Domain OV

Ideal for business sites and login screens

$199.99

/ year

Up to 33% off with multi-year

Validates Organization
24/7 Expert Service
Unlimited Server Licenses
30-Day Money Back Guarantee
Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
$1,000,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

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Single Domain EV

Ideal for e-commerce and enterprise websites

$279.99

/ year

Up to 33% off with multi-year

Highest Validation of Encryption
Free 24/7 Expert Support
Unlimited Server Licenses
30-Day Money Back Guarantee
Compatible with all leading web and mobile browsers
$1,750,000 SSL Certificate Warranty
Includes Sectigo Trust Seal

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Trusted leader in comprehensive CLM solutions

Every Sectigo SSL includes:

30-Day Money Back Guarantee

Secure your site with confidence! 30-day money-back guarantee on all your purchases.

24/7 Expert Support

Get round-the-clock assistance from our SSL experts.

Unlimited Server Licenses

Enjoy seamless integration with unlimited server licenses.

Sectigo Trust Seal

Boost trust with every certificate by adding the Sectigo Trust Seal.

Validation Requirements

The time required to validate and issue a single SSL certificate depends on the validation option you choose. Single DV SSL certificates are typically issued within minutes, while single OV SSL and EV SSL certificates can take between 1-5 days, due to the level of validation required. These steps and tips will help guide you through the process for each validation level.

DV SSL Certificate Validation

Domain Validated SSL certificates are the simplest and quickest to issue, requiring only a single step to confirm that the person or organization owns the registered domain.

To complete the validation, the domain owner must prove that they own the domain that was submitted with the order.

Preferred Validation Method

The most efficient and commonly used verification method is email-based authentication. Using this preferred method, we will send an email to the WHOIS registrar email address asking you to verify that you purchased a single DV SSL certificate. Once you positively respond to our email, the requirement is considered satisfied and the certificate can be issued within minutes of a completed order.

As an alternative to the WHOIS registered email, we can send the authentication email to one of five pre-approved email addresses associated with the website domain. The five pre-approved addresses are:

Alternative Methods of Validation

If the email Domain Validation does not work for your particular situation, there are alternative methods:

File-Based Authentication – we will provide you with a text file that you will need to upload to the root directory of your website. This will then be verified by us via HTTP or HTTPS.
CNAME-Based Authentication – we will provide you with two unique hash values (these are MD5 and SHA1). You, in turn, must enter them in your CNAME DNS record.

OV SSL Certificate Validation for an Organization

Organization Validated or OV SSL certificates require more validation than Domain Validated (DV) certificates and provide more trust. With an OV certificate, we confirm the business associated with the domain name is registered and legitimate by checking details such as the company name, location, address, and incorporation or registration information. This makes the OV certificate a more suitable option for public-facing websites that represent companies or organizations. Single Domain OV certificates are a trusted choice for corporations, governments, and other entities that want to provide an extra layer of confidence to their website visitors. OV requirements for an organization include:

Domain Ownership/Authentication
Organization Authentication
Locality Presence
Telephone Verification (Organization phone number found on an online database)
Final Verification phone call

For legitimate organizations, this process goes smoothly and quickly. Remember, an OV certificate differentiates legitimate businesses from the pretenders—including scammers and hackers.

OV SSL Certificate Validation for an Individual

An OV SSL certificate for an individual requires the identity and address to be validated on the certificate. The applicant must provide one of the following documents to confirm their identity:

Legible copy of a government-issued photo ID such as a valid driver's license, passport, military ID, or National ID
Copy of a recent major utility bill (i.e. power bill, water bill, etc.)
Copy of a bank or credit card statement

EV SSL Certificate Validation

The Extended Validation SSL certificate has very strict industry guidelines that our validation specialists make as simple as possible with minimal action required from you. This level of security is recommended for sites that obtain personal information from users, such as eCommerce businesses.

The validation of your organization can be completed using 1 of 3 methods:

DCV email
CNAME
HTTP(S) challenge

Expect a phone call to the primary business number listed on the subscriber agreement to confirm the signature, signing authority, and the signer's official title. If any additional actions are required, a validation specialist will reach out to you via email. The telephone call to verify the authenticity of the order and signer listed on subscriber agreement cannot be made to a direct phone number or cell phone unless the number can be validated.

Tips When Validating:

Sole proprietorship / sole trader and some partnerships require a principal individual in the organization to be verified.
All EV certificates must have the legal name. If a tradename/DBA is verified, the certificate will be listed with the tradename and legal name.
In the case of a sole trader the legal name is the owner/principal name.
No certificate can be issued to the tradename/DBA name only.
Use the address where the organization conducts business. Do not use PO Box, Care of, mail stop/forwarding, virtual office or a registered agent address.
If the Validation Specialist is not able to verify your organization, you will be contacted with options on how to resolve any outstanding issues.

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Intuitive Dashboard

In our customer dashboard, you'll be able to view all products you have with Sectigo, view their lifecycle status, issue or reissue, and renew expiring certificates, saving you time and fear that an expired certificate may down your site at an unexpected time.

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What is a Single Domain SSL Certificate?

A single domain certificate will secure a primary domain and a single subdomain, hostname, IP address, or mail server. This type of digital certificate is available in DV, OV, and EV validation options, each requiring different validation processes. Sectigo Single Domain SSL certificates are recognized by all major web browsers, ensuring seamless security and compatibility.

How is a Single Domain SSL Different from a Wildcard SSL Certificate?

While a single domain certificate secures one primary domain and one subdomain under the primary domain, the wildcard type secures an unlimited number of subdomains under one primary domain.

How Long Does it Take to Get a DV Certificate?

Once the domain ownership has been verified, issuance of the certificate is immediate. Organizations or individuals who apply for a DV SSL will likely receive them on the same day within just minutes (assuming the ownership verification is approved).

How Much Does a Single Domain Certificate Cost?

A single domain SSL from Sectigo® starts at $66.67 for the DV option when you choose a six year subscription, the OV option starts at $133.33 for the six year subscription, and the EV option starts at $186.67 for the six year subscription.

What are the Benefits of Purchasing a Multi-Year Certificate?

Multi-year plans provide instant savings and consistent coverage in a simplified, long-term solution. While you will have to reissue your certificate each year per industry standards, you're guaranteed today’s low price and locked-in with coverage for multiple years.

Why choose Sectigo?

The Market Leader

Sectigo is the market leader in SSL/TLS certificates, DevOps, IoT, enterprise-grade public key infrastructure (PKI) management, and multi-layered web security.

Over 700,000 Customers

Businesses worldwide rely on Sectigo for solutions ranging from SSL certificates to our award winning certificate management platform, Sectigo Certificate Manager.