Important change to SSL certificates: What applies

From March 15, 2026, following a decision by the international Certificate Authority Browser Forum, the validity period of each SSL certificate issuance is gradually being reduced. The overall duration of your SSL remains the same; however, more frequent reissuance will be required to keep it active and valid.

What you need to know

The total duration of your SSL certificate remains unchanged. However, you will now need to reissue your certificate more often to ensure it stays active and aligned with current security standards.
This change does not affect your website’s operation, as long as you complete renewals on time.

More specifically, the validity of each SSL certificate issuance will be as follows:

What is SSL reissuance

Reissuance is the process of creating a new certificate for the same domain before the previous one expires, ensuring that it remains active and valid.
The process may vary depending on the provider, but typically includes:

• generating a CSR (Certificate Signing Request)
• submitting a reissue request
• validation of details
• installation of the new certificate

If you are a Papaki customer, you can find detailed instructions in the relevant guide.

Reissuances are included in your SSL purchase and come at no additional cost, regardless of how often they are required.

What to pay attention to

To keep your website secure and running without interruptions:

• Monitor expiration dates
• Check reminder emails from your provider
• Proceed with reissuance on time

SSL providers, such as Papaki, send relevant notifications so you have enough time to complete each reissue.

Conclusion

This change enhances the overall security of certificates and mainly affects how they are managed, without impacting their cost. With timely reissuance and basic monitoring, your website remains secure and continues to operate smoothly.
The shorter certificate lifespan contributes to a safer online environment by offering better data protection and strengthening visitor trust.

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