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Q & A Security · August 15, 2026

How long are SSL certificates valid?

Since September 2020, publicly trusted certificates are limited to 398 days (about 13 months). Major browsers enforce this — longer-validity certificates from CAs are distrusted. Let’s Encrypt issues 90-day certificates and recommends automated renewal every 60 days. The industry is moving toward 47-day maximum validity by 2026.

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What Is an SSL Certificate? TLS, HTTPS, and Trust Explained
SSL certificates are the foundation of HTTPS — they prove you're talking to the real server and encrypt everything in transit. Without one, browsers show security warnings and Google ranks your site lower.