TLS certificate validation levels
TLS certificates are available with different validation levels that determine how identity is verified before issuance. Each level provides a different balance of assurance, user trust, and issuance requirements.
Domain Validation (DV): verifies control of the domain. Typically used for basic encryption use cases. Fast issuance with minimal validation requirements.
Organization Validation (OV): verifies the identity of the organization requesting the certificate. Provides a higher level of trust than DV.
Extended Validation (EV): provides the highest level of identity assurance through a more rigorous validation process.
DV is commonly used for basic encryption needs. OV and EV are used when stronger identity verification is required.
What's next
Compare TLS certificate validation levels to select the appropriate level for your environment