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CertCentral is DigiCert​​®​​'s unified platform for managing digital certificates and automating certificate lifecycle workflows. It centralizes certificate requests, approvals, renewals, validation, reporting, automation, and access control.

Annual plans

As of February 24, 2026, DigiCert TLS/SSL certificate plans are one year by default. Learn more about DigiCert annual plans.

This chapter introduces the core components required to configure, operate, and scale certificate management in CertCentral.

What this chapter covers

Use this chapter to:

  • Select the account path that aligns with your organization’s operating model

  • Learn more about DigiCert annual and multiyear plans for TLS/SSL certificates

  • Prepare the organization, configure access, and establish governance controls

  • Review CertCentral capabilities and account structures before operational use

  • Configure billing, notifications, and product settings for scalable operations

  • Request, validate, and manage certificates across teams and environments

  • Plan migration or modernization initiatives with structured workflows