Certificate automation requirements
Before starting certificate lifecycle automation for a single web server, confirm these system and knowledge requirements.
Hardware and software requirements
Most commercial and open-source server platforms support automation for DigiCert TLS/SSL certificates.
Know your web server type and operating system for optimal guidance during automation setup.
Web server administrative requirements
Experience managing web server environments
Experience requesting and installing TLS/SSL certificates
Root access to the webserver
Familiarity with ACME (Automated Certificate Management Environment)—recommended, but not required
What's next
Automate your TLS/SSL certificate lifecycle to generate your automation command or ACME credentials in CertCentral and install your certificate