Changes in SSL Certificate Validity Periods
When to Reissue an SSL Certificate
General Information
Starting from March 15, 2026, certificate authorities have updated SSL certificate policies.
The maximum validity remains up to 1 year, but periodic revalidation is now required.
What has changed
- certificates require regular revalidation
- continuous use without verification is no longer allowed
- certificates issued ранее for 2+ years require annual reissue
Why reissue is required
Reissuing is needed to:
- confirm domain ownership
- improve security
- comply with updated CA policies
Without reissue, the certificate may become invalid or stop working properly.
Important
It is recommended to:
- monitor reissue
- complete validation on time
- reinstall the certificate after reissue