Sectigo EV CODE Signing certificate
The Sectigo CODE Sign Extended Validation certificate from the American certificate authority offers the most trusted code signing solution and is also a requirement for signing kernel-mode drivers and system components for Microsoft Windows.
This EV Code Signing certificate gained popularity thanks to its ability to "bypass" the Microsoft SmartScreen filter, which warns against installing unknown programs. However, Microsoft released updates in 2026 that eliminated this advantage, and even EV Code certificates no longer guarantee the immediate removal of the warning.
If you are interested in a certificate installed on your own token that meets FIPS 140-2 level 2 certification and above, please contact us.
EV Code Sign Sectigo
Signing the application with a Code Signing certificate guarantees the trustworthiness of the application. The Sectigo EV CODE Signing certificate and its private key is delivered on a HW token meeting the newly set strict criteria for storing CODE signing certificates. The hardware token is sent directly by Sectigo certification authority. Please note that the CODE certificate cannot be exported from the token due to security requirements. We recommend setting rules and procedures for signing software and code in teams.
The Sectigo EV CODE Signing certificate is not the one EV CODE in our offer, you can check another Code Signing certificates for developers and software companies.
Prices
The price includes: obtaining an SSL certificate, basic technical support for the order
Multi-year - The final multi-year price is given in parentheses.
Based on the new standards, CODE certificates are issued with a maximum validity of 460 days. For multi-year CODE certificates, one or more REISSUEs will be required to use the entire period.
Payment - We accept payments by card, PayPal and bank transfer.
Features and Benefits of Sectigo EV CODE Signing certificates
Application security
A Code Signing Certificate maintains code integrity and prevents your name from being misused to distribute counterfeit software or modify code.
Distribution support
Signed applications help increase download numbers and sales revenue. Increased trust helps expand distribution channels for your software.
Customer confidence
Signed software protects customers from malware and other malicious threats. A digital signature protects and reassures customers that the integrity of the code they have downloaded is ensured and that the program is intact, not damaged, or altered in any way. Increased trust promotes better user perception of the application.
Authenticity
After downloading, the user has the certainty that the code obtained actually comes from you as the software creator. Code Signing Certificates allow customers to identify the author of a digitally signed code and confirm that the program comes from the expected publisher.
Seamless integration
The offered Code Signing certificates can be used for Windows and MacOS operating systems without any problems. All certification authorities work with companies such as Microsoft or Apple and follow their recommendations and policies for issuing certificates according to the CA/Browser Forum.
30 Days Money Back Guarantee
Customer experience is the first and foremost priority for us. The selected SSL certificate is not suitable for your needs? Do you want another one? Or do you just want to cancel the order? We offer 30 Days Money Back Guarantee for all our customers. Check out our Refund Policy to know more.
SSLmentor recommendation
The Sectigo EV Code Signing certificate is suitable for companies developing for the Windows operating system, where high reliability and trustworthiness requirements are demanded.
More information about Sectigo EV CODE Signing
What you should know before you place an order.
Extended Validated CODE certificate
EV Code Signing entails extensive vetting of the applicant
The Code EV certificate is intended for corporate customers only and is issued after thorough validation of the applicant. The certification authority verifies the existence of the company and the address, most often in the company register. If the company is less than 3 years old, it may request additional documents. It also requires verification of the person of the certificate applicant, who is validated by the authority by phone. At the same time, the existence of the company's telephone number is verified from a publicly accessible database. After verification of all the information, the certification authority performs validation by phone. First the administrative contact and finally the company contact. If everything is in order, the certificate is subsequently issued.
The token is sent by a delivery service (DHL, UPS, etc.). The client receives a tracking code with additional information.
How long it takes to get the Sectigo EV CODE Signing certificate
The certification authority performs thorough verification of the company and the applicant
Issuance time for EV CODE certificate: 5+ business days
Company verification is carried out in accordance with the strict rules of the CA/Browser Forum. Correct and sufficient documentation must be provided and the CA validation process must be completed.
Renewing your certificate
You need to renew Sectigo EV CODE Signing certificate before it expires
We recommend to start renewing an expiring SSL certificate approx. 30 days before it expires. Renewing a CODE certificate is practically like applying for a new one and is therefore no faster. If you need to continue signing on an expiring certificate, definitely don't leave renewal to the last minute.
You can renew your Sectigo EV CODE Signing certificate with us without any problem even if you originally ordered it from another supplier. We always have better prices than the certification authority!
Microsoft SmartScreen
The security guard in the Windows ecosystem
In the spring of 2024, company Microsoft announced a plan to evaluate EV Code certificates in the same way as regular Code certificates. This means that EV Code certificates will no longer automatically "skip" the SmartScreen filter, but will have to build a reputation under Microsoft's control. These changes have been showing up after the updates since April 2026.
Note: In security updates in 2026, Microsoft is gradually removing the EV code benefit, and the certificates no longer guarantee immediate removal of SmartScreen warnings! In some versions of the Windows operating system, EV Code certificates still work and automatically "skip" SmartScreen. We recommend that those interested in signing EV Code order a certificate for a maximum of 1 year.
For more information see What is Windows SmartScreen?
Time Stamping Server
Time Stamp Server & Stamping Protocols for Code Signing
Sectigo time stamping server information for using Code certificates: time stamping server help.
RFC3161 compliant Time Stamp Authority (TSA) server: http://timestamp.sectigo.com
