DigiCert Private End-Entity Certificate
DigiCert Private End-Entity Certificates provide trusted identity for your internal devices and applications, ensuring secure communication across your private network.
- Extended Coverage: Protects all internal devices and applications requiring trusted identity verification.
- Enhanced Security: Prevents unauthorized access and man-in-the-middle attacks within your private infrastructure.
- Streamlined Management: Simplifies the issuance and management of digital certificates for internal use.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet internal security policies and regulatory requirements for data protection.
Product Overview
Product Overview
DigiCert Private End-Entity Certificates are designed to issue digital certificates for internal devices and applications within an organization's private network. These certificates establish trusted identities, enabling secure authentication and encryption for internal systems, preventing unauthorized access and ensuring data integrity.
This solution is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to secure their internal infrastructure, including servers, workstations, and custom applications. It integrates into existing IT environments to provide a foundational layer of trust for internal communications and access control.
- Private PKI Management: Enables the creation and management of a private Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) tailored to your organization's needs.
- Secure Device Authentication: Issues certificates for servers, endpoints, and IoT devices to verify their identity and secure connections.
- Application Security: Provides digital certificates for internal applications, ensuring secure API communication and data exchange.
- Policy Enforcement: Allows customization of certificate policies to align with internal security standards and compliance requirements.
- Reduced Risk: Mitigates risks associated with rogue devices, unauthorized access, and data breaches within the internal network.
Secure your internal digital landscape with DigiCert Private End-Entity Certificates, offering enterprise-grade security without the complexity for growing businesses.
What This Solves
Enable secure internal application communication
Enable teams to secure communication between internal applications and microservices using trusted digital identities. Streamline the process of issuing and renewing certificates for APIs and backend services, reducing manual effort and potential security gaps.
cloud-native applications, microservices architecture, internal APIs, hybrid cloud environments, DevOps workflows
Secure device authentication for internal networks
Automate the issuance of digital certificates for servers, workstations, and IoT devices within your private network. Protect against unauthorized device access and ensure that only trusted endpoints can connect to your sensitive internal resources.
endpoint security, server authentication, IoT device management, network access control, private cloud deployments
Streamline certificate management for internal PKI
Streamline the entire lifecycle of digital certificates for your internal Public Key Infrastructure, from issuance to renewal and revocation. Reduce the administrative burden and risk associated with managing a private certificate authority.
private cloud infrastructure, on-premises servers, internal IT operations, security policy enforcement, compliance management
Key Features
Private Certificate Authority
Establish and manage your own trusted root for internal certificate issuance, enhancing control and security.
Automated Certificate Issuance
Reduce manual effort and errors by automating the process of issuing certificates for internal devices and applications.
Customizable Certificate Policies
Define and enforce specific security policies for your internal certificates to meet compliance and operational needs.
Secure Device and Application Identity
Ensure that all internal endpoints and applications are verifiably trusted, preventing spoofing and unauthorized access.
Scalable PKI Solution
Grow your internal security infrastructure with confidence, knowing the certificate management solution can scale with your organization.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security for internal systems handling sensitive customer data and transactions, making private PKI essential for compliance and fraud prevention.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must protect patient health information (PHI) and comply with HIPAA, necessitating secure internal communication and device authentication.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and IoT devices in manufacturing environments require secure authentication and communication to prevent operational disruptions and cyberattacks.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information and require robust internal security to maintain client trust and meet regulatory obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Private End-Entity Certificate?
A Private End-Entity Certificate is a digital certificate issued by a private Certificate Authority (CA) for use within an organization's internal network. It verifies the identity of internal devices, servers, or applications to enable secure communication and access.
Who typically uses Private End-Entity Certificates?
IT departments in SMB and mid-market companies use these certificates to secure internal systems, such as servers, workstations, and custom applications. They are essential for establishing trust and controlling access within a private network.
How does this differ from public SSL/TLS certificates?
Public SSL/TLS certificates are issued by CAs trusted by web browsers for securing public websites. Private End-Entity Certificates are for internal use only and are managed by the organization's own private CA, providing tailored security for internal infrastructure.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.