Aug 14, 2024

How to Order a New SSL Certificate

Introduction

This article provides step-by-step instructions for ordering a new SSL Certificate, such as a DomainSSL, OrganizationSSL, and ExtendedSSL. If this is not the solution you are looking for, please search for your solution in the search bar above.

Process

1. Login to your GlobalSign Certificate Center (GCC) account if you already have one, and select the SSL Certificates tab. If you are a new customer, please go here. 
   
2. Press Order Certificate as shown in the diagram below. This will redirect you to the Certificate Application window.
   
3. On the Certificate Application window, select the options that are applicable. Click Continue once done.
   
   
   
   
4. Add a Point of Contact by completing the required details (in asterisk) indicated on the Point of Contact for Certificate Delivery / Vetting issues window. You may opt to press the Auto Fill and then click Continue.  
   
5. Input your CSR on the Enter your CSR here: box and then click Continue.
   
6. Review your CSR details and then click Continue. 
   
7. Select one of the Domain Validation Methods. You can click the links below for the guidelines on how to proceed with each verification method. 
   • Performing Domain Verification - Approver Email
   • Performing Domain Verification - HTTP Verification Method
     Note: The HTTP domain validation method will no longer be permitted for issuance of subdomains and wildcards effective - Nov 28th, 2021.
   • Performing Domain Verification - DNS TXT Record​​​​​​​
     
8. Select a payment method and the click Continue.
   
9. Review your CSR details and then tick the I agree to the Subscriber Agreement. Click Continue. 
   
10. You are now done with ordering a new SSL Certificate once you see the diagram below. 
    

Reference

1. Improved Domain Validation Process for GlobalSign OV/EV TLS Certificates