Domain Validation SSL certificates are the most basic of the three types of SSL/TLS certificates. While Organization Validation and Extended Validation require multiple steps in which the Certificate Authority vets the company or organization applying for the certificate, Domain Validation takes just a single step. You only need to prove that you have ownership over the domain(s) that you’re requesting on the SSL certificate. The available options for proving domain ownership are listed below.
Domain Validation SSL Certificates take the least amount of time to issue, typically just a few minutes or at most a day. The reason for this is simple: they offer the least authentication. In order to get a DV cert one needs only prove they own the registered domain.
Now most SSL certificates are available for 6-year Subscription Plans. For security reasons, your certificate will initially be issued with a maximum of 13-months validity. Prior to the expiration, we will contact you to replace your certificate for another maximum duration certificate.
You can reissue your certificate at any time and as many times as you like. No more lost days or weeks on single year certificates trying to time a new purchase and re-submission.