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While most of the time installing a code signing certificate is as simple as clicking a link, the process of signing code will vary widely between operating systems and applications. The articles listed on this page will help you through the process of purchasing, installing, and verifying/configuring your certificate as well as provide instructions for signing code with a variety of platforms and applications.
Standard Code Signing Instructions
Kernel-Mode Certificate
to a PFX file
Microsoft® Code Signing
Digital signatures for Windows ActiveX with Microsoft Authenticode file signing and kernel mode. Easily sign code for a variety of Microsoft applications, including Visual Basic Applications and Office.
Java® Code Signing
Digitally sign Java Code Applets with the Java SE Development Kit (JDK). JAR applets with trusted digital signatures can access client-side resources.
Apple® Code Signing
Since code signing was introduced by Apple in Mac OS 9 and later, code signing certificates are now able to sign applications for authenticated use in Mac OS.
Adobe® Code Signing
Adobe AIR files will not run unless signed by a trusted certificate provider such as DigiCert.
EV Code Signing Instructions
Signing Certificate
Microsoft® Code Signing with EV
Digital signatures for Windows ActiveX with Microsoft Authenticode file signing and kernel mode. Easily sign code for a variety of Microsoft applications, including Visual Basic Applications and Office.
Java® Code Signing with EV
Digitally sign Java Code Applets with the Java SE Development Kit (JDK). JAR applets with trusted digital signatures can access client-side resources.
Apple® Code Signing with EV
Since code signing was introduced by Apple in Mac OS 9 and later, code signing certificates are now able to sign applications for authenticated use in Mac OS.
Adobe® Code Signing with EV
Adobe AIR files will not run unless signed by a trusted certificate provider such as DigiCert.
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