SSL certificates are now valid for at most 200 days. How to renew in time: the right moment, the steps from CSR to installation and what visitors see when a certificate expires.
The maximum lifetime of an SSL certificate fell to 200 days in 2026; it becomes 100 days in 2027 and 47 days in 2029. Domain validation reuse shrinks to 10 days. Here is what changes on each date and what to do now.
CA/Browser Forum reduced the SSL/TLS certificate validity period from 200 days to 199 days as of March 15, 2026. In 2029, this period will decrease to 47 days. All details and preparation guide.
Renewal processes, reminder settings, and automation tips to prevent your SSL certificate from expiring.