Renewing SSL Certificates FAQ
General Questions About Renewing DigiCert Certificates
- How do I renew my ssl certificate?
- Do I need to create a new CSR to renew my certificate?
- Why do I need to install a different certificate if this is a renewal?
How do I renew my certificate?
All of our products can be ordered from inside your digicert account. Instructions for renewing a certificate can be found on our SSL Certificate Renewal Page.
Do I need to create a new CSR to renew my ssl certificate?
Many servers including Apache servers allow you to install a new certificate to an old request. However, the following servers will not allow you to install a new certificate to an old request:
- All Windows Servers
- Tomcat Servers
- Java-Based Servers
If you have any of the above server platforms, you should place your order for a renewal certificate with a new CSR.
Why do I need to install a different certificate if this is a renewal?
It is not possible for us to extend the life of a certificate that is residing on your server because the expiration date is hard-coded into the certificate itself. Therefore, we must issue a new SSL Certificate to replace the one on your server. When your new certificate is issued, make sure to install all of new certificate files as it is a fully new certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions about Renewing your SSL Certificates
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