DigiCert Private Root CA
DigiCert Private Root CA empowers organizations to establish and manage their own trusted Certificate Authority, ensuring robust control over digital identities and secure communication across their internal infrastructure.
- Root CA Management: Full control over the issuance and lifecycle of your organization's digital certificates.
- Enhanced Security: Strengthen internal security posture by managing your own trusted root, reducing reliance on external CAs for internal services.
- Custom Policy Enforcement: Define and enforce specific certificate policies tailored to your organization's unique security requirements.
- Scalable Identity Management: Support the issuance of a high volume of certificates for internal devices, applications, and users.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The DigiCert Private Root CA is a foundational cybersecurity solution that allows businesses to create and manage their own internal Certificate Authority. This provides complete control over the issuance, management, and revocation of digital certificates used within an organization's private network, ensuring that all internal communications and systems are validated by a trusted, self-managed root.
This service is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who need to secure internal applications, devices, and services. It integrates into existing IT infrastructure, providing a centralized and authoritative source for internal trust.
- Self-Managed Root: Establish your own trusted root Certificate Authority for internal use.
- Custom Certificate Policies: Define and enforce specific issuance and management policies.
- Internal PKI Control: Gain granular control over your Public Key Infrastructure.
- Secure Internal Communications: Ensure the authenticity and integrity of internal network traffic and applications.
- Reduced External Dependency: Minimize reliance on public Certificate Authorities for internal certificate needs.
For businesses seeking to fortify their internal security and gain complete command over their digital trust infrastructure, the DigiCert Private Root CA offers a powerful and scalable solution.
What This Solves
Enable Secure Internal Application Access
Enable teams to secure access to internal web applications, APIs, and microservices using internally issued certificates. This ensures that only authorized and validated applications can communicate within the network, preventing unauthorized access.
cloud-native deployments, microservices architecture, internal SaaS applications, API gateway management
Strengthen Device and Endpoint Security
Streamline the process of issuing and managing digital certificates for internal devices, including servers, IoT devices, and employee workstations. This enhances endpoint security by providing verifiable identities for all connected assets.
IoT device management, server hardening, endpoint authentication, network access control
Automate Certificate Lifecycle Management
Automate the issuance, renewal, and revocation of digital certificates across the organization's internal infrastructure. This reduces manual effort, minimizes the risk of expired certificates causing downtime, and improves overall operational efficiency.
automated provisioning, infrastructure as code, centralized IT management, operational efficiency initiatives
Key Features
Private Root CA Creation
Establish your own trusted root for internal certificate issuance, giving you complete control over your Public Key Infrastructure.
Custom Policy Engine
Define and enforce specific certificate policies tailored to your organization's security and operational needs.
Certificate Issuance and Management
Easily issue, renew, and revoke certificates for internal servers, applications, and devices, ensuring consistent security.
Enhanced Internal Security
Strengthen your internal network security by ensuring all internal communications and systems are validated by a trusted, self-managed root.
Scalable PKI Solution
Support the growing needs of your organization by providing a scalable foundation for your internal Public Key Infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and strict adherence to compliance regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, making a self-managed Private Root CA essential for securing internal transactions and sensitive data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations, necessitating secure handling of patient data and internal systems, which a Private Root CA can help protect.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often involve critical infrastructure and IoT devices that require secure authentication and communication, making a Private Root CA vital for operational technology (OT) security.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information and require strong internal security measures to maintain client trust and comply with data protection laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Private Root CA?
A Private Root CA is a top-level Certificate Authority that you create and manage yourself. It serves as the ultimate trust anchor for all certificates issued by your organization's internal Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
Who typically uses a Private Root CA?
Businesses that need to secure their internal networks, applications, and devices often use a Private Root CA. This includes organizations with strict security requirements, compliance mandates, or a need for granular control over their digital identities.
How does this differ from a public CA?
Public CAs issue certificates trusted by the internet at large. A Private Root CA issues certificates that are only trusted within your organization's network, providing a secure environment for internal operations without exposing your root to the public internet.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.