DigiCert Private Root CA
DigiCert Private Root CA provides a foundational element for establishing and managing your organization's private Public Key Infrastructure, ensuring secure internal digital communications and authentication.
- Root CA Management: Coverage for the secure generation, management, and lifecycle of your organization's private root certificate authority.
- Internal Trust Establishment: Protection against unauthorized access and manipulation of your internal digital identity and trust framework.
- PKI Foundation: Entitlement to a dedicated private root CA, enabling the issuance of trusted certificates for internal servers, devices, and applications.
- Enhanced Security Posture: Access to a robust private PKI solution that strengthens your overall cybersecurity defenses and compliance efforts.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The DigiCert Private Root CA is a cloud-based subscription service that allows organizations to establish and manage their own trusted root certificate authority. This service provides the fundamental building block for a private Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), enabling the issuance and management of digital certificates for internal use cases, thereby enhancing security and control over digital identities within the organization.
This solution is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who need to secure internal networks, applications, and devices. It integrates into existing IT infrastructure, providing a centralized and secure method for managing digital certificates without the complexity or cost of managing a physical hardware security module (HSM) for a root CA.
- Private Root CA Issuance: Securely generate and manage your own root certificate authority.
- Internal Certificate Issuance: Enable the creation of trusted certificates for internal servers, applications, and devices.
- PKI Foundation: Establish a trusted root for your organization's private Public Key Infrastructure.
- Enhanced Internal Security: Strengthen security by controlling internal digital identities and communications.
- Subscription-Based Model: Predictable costs with a recurring subscription for ongoing management and access.
Establish a secure and trusted internal digital environment with a dedicated private root CA, simplifying PKI management for your business.
What This Solves
Establish Internal Certificate Authority
Enable teams to create and manage a private root certificate authority for their organization. This provides a trusted foundation for issuing internal digital certificates, ensuring secure communication and authentication across internal systems.
organizations with internal servers, internal applications, device authentication, network security
Secure Internal Server Communications
Streamline the process of securing internal web servers, application servers, and other critical infrastructure with trusted SSL/TLS certificates. This capability protects sensitive data in transit within the corporate network.
internal web services, application hosting, data center operations, secure APIs
Manage Device and User Authentication
Automate the issuance and management of digital certificates for internal device authentication and user identity verification. This enhances security by ensuring only authorized devices and users can access internal resources.
IoT device security, VPN authentication, endpoint security, access control
Key Features
Private Root CA Issuance
Establish your own trusted root certificate authority, providing complete control over your internal PKI.
Secure Certificate Lifecycle Management
Manage the entire lifecycle of your internal digital certificates, from issuance to revocation, ensuring ongoing security.
Foundation for Internal Trust
Create a trusted environment for internal applications, servers, and devices, enhancing data security and integrity.
Subscription-Based Service
Benefit from predictable operational expenses and continuous access to the private root CA service.
Enhanced Cybersecurity Posture
Strengthen your organization's overall security by implementing a robust private PKI solution.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security controls and internal trust mechanisms to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must secure patient data (PHI) and comply with HIPAA, necessitating robust internal security for electronic health records and medical devices.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often involve critical operational technology (OT) and IoT devices that require secure authentication and communication channels to prevent disruptions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information, requiring secure internal systems and data protection to maintain client trust and confidentiality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Private Root CA?
A Private Root CA is the top-level certificate authority in a private Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). It is used to issue and manage digital certificates for internal use within an organization, establishing a chain of trust for internal systems and applications.
Who typically uses a Private Root CA?
Organizations that need to secure internal communications, authenticate internal devices and servers, or meet specific compliance requirements often use a Private Root CA. This includes businesses of all sizes looking to enhance their internal cybersecurity.
How does this differ from a public CA?
Public CAs issue certificates trusted by the general internet, while a Private Root CA is managed by the organization itself and its trust is established internally. This allows for greater control and customization for internal use cases.
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.