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Create a root CA

  1. In DigiCert ONE, in the Manager menu (top right), select CA Manager.

  2. In the account menu (top right), select the account you want to add the root CA to.

  3. In the CA Manager menu, select Manage CAs > Roots.

  4. Select Create root CA.

  5. Select the HSM provider and partition to save the keys to (optional).

  6. Change pathlen and issuance settings or accept the defaults.

  7. Select a template and settings.

  8. Enter a common name.

  9. Enter a validity period.

  10. Select an organization.

  11. Add organizational units and certificate policies. (optional)

  12. Select Next.

  13. Change root CA configuration or accept the defaults.

  14. Select Create.