How to Collect an EV Code Signing Certificate?

Step-by-step Guide to Collect an EV Code Signing Certificate

An EV code signing certificate is issued after the successful completion of the thorough examination. If you’ve recently been issued an EV Code Signing certificate package by the Comodo Certificate Authority but are unsure about the collection process, don’t worry!

In this article, we will discuss the complete process to collect an Comodo EV Code Signing Certificate. But before we explore that in detail, let’s try to understand and explore the contents of the certificate package you received from the CA.

Contents of the Comodo EV Code Signing Package

The Comodo EV code signing certificate package comprises the following components:

Hardware security module-based card

The Comodo EV code signing certificate package includes a hardware security module-based card. This card contains a chip that securely stores the private key used for code signing.

Reader for the HSM card

You need a compatible reader to access the private key stored on the hardware security module-based card. The EV code signing certificate package includes a reader designed explicitly for the HSM card. This device allows you to read the card and facilitates the secure locking of your applications using the private key.

Acknowledgment letter

The acknowledgment letter contains essential instructions and proves the successful completion of the code signing process.

With a clear understanding of the components included in the EV code signing package, let us proceed further and navigate through the step-by-step process to collect the EV Code Signing certificate.

How to Collect a Comodo EV Code Signing Certificate?

Follow the steps given below to collect an EV Code Signing Certificate:

Step 1: Install the Client Software and plug in the smart card reader

• Click on the URL provided by the Comodo CA in the acknowledgment letter.
• Download the SafeNet Authentication Client software setup file.
• To start the installation process, double-click the setup file.
• Follow the instructions mentioned in the setup wizard to install the software successfully.
• Restart the machine once the installation is completed.
• Open the client software.
• Insert the smart card reader into the machine.

Note: Once the device is recognized and the software is installed, the smart card reader will illuminate and transition to purple.

Step 2: Alter the Password

• Click on the Change Token Password button.
• In the Change Password dialog box, enter the current password in the Current Token Password box.
• Type a new password in the New Token Password box, and type the same password in the Confirm Password box.
• Click Ok.

Step 3: Collect the Certificate

• Click the “Gear” icon in the upper right corner.

• A sidebar will appear with the tokens currently plugged into your machine.
• From the drop-down list, select the appropriate certificate.

Congratulations! You can now sign your application using your Extended Validation Code Signing certificate. Your applications can now be equipped with enhanced security measures and a higher level of authentication, ensuring the trust and confidence of your users.