Comodo was one of the largest and most recognized Certificate Authorities in the SSL Certificate industry before rebranding to Sectigo® in 2018. For over two decades, Comodo CA issued millions of SSL Certificates worldwide, establishing itself as a trusted name in digital security and website protection.
Founded in 1998, Comodo quickly grew to become the world's largest commercial Certificate Authority, pioneering affordable SSL Certificate solutions that made website security accessible to businesses of all sizes. The company revolutionized the industry by introducing low-cost Domain Validation (DV) SSL Certificates while maintaining enterprise-grade security standards.
Today, while the Comodo name continues in other security sectors, all SSL Certificate operations have transitioned to Sectigo® management. Trustico® continues to offer the same trusted SSL Certificate products that were previously branded as Comodo, now under the Sectigo® name. Browse Sectigo® Certificate Authority 🔗
The Comodo Legacy in SSL Certificates
Comodo CA built its reputation by democratizing website security, making SSL Certificates affordable for small businesses and individuals who previously could not afford expensive security solutions. The company introduced innovative validation methods that reduced issuance times from weeks to minutes.
Under the Comodo brand, the Certificate Authority developed several product lines that became industry standards, including PositiveSSL for budget-conscious customers and InstantSSL for professional-grade security. These brands continue today under Sectigo® ownership.
The Comodo root infrastructure achieved 99.9% browser ubiquity, ensuring that websites secured with Comodo SSL Certificates were trusted by virtually every web browser and mobile device globally. Learn About Browser Compatibility 🔗
Why Comodo Became Sectigo®
In November 2018, Comodo CA rebranded to Sectigo® to better reflect its expanded focus on comprehensive digital security solutions beyond just SSL Certificates. The rebrand marked a strategic shift toward enterprise security, IoT protection, and advanced PKI solutions.
The transition from Comodo to Sectigo® was seamless for existing customers, with all SSL Certificates maintaining their validity and trust status. The same trusted Root Certificates, validation procedures, and technical infrastructure continued operating under the new brand.
This rebrand allowed the company to distinguish its Certificate Authority business from Comodo Group, which continues to operate in other cybersecurity sectors including antivirus software and firewall solutions. The separation created clearer brand identities for different security market segments.
Popular Comodo SSL Certificate Products
Many customers still search for Comodo SSL Certificates by their original names, unaware of the rebrand to Sectigo® in 2018. All these popular Comodo products remain available under the Sectigo® brand with identical features and benefits.
Comodo PositiveSSL was the most popular budget SSL Certificate, providing Domain Validation (DV) with rapid issuance for millions of websites. This product continues as Sectigo® PositiveSSL with the same affordable pricing and features. View PositiveSSL Products 🔗
Comodo Essential SSL and Comodo InstantSSL provided Organization Validation for businesses requiring verified identity in their SSL Certificates. These professional-grade products now operate under the Sectigo® brand with enhanced features. Browse Organization Validated Options 🔗
Comodo EV SSL delivered the highest level of validation with the green address bar, providing maximum trust for e-commerce and financial websites. This premium product continues as Sectigo® EV SSL with the same rigorous validation standards. Explore Extended Validation SSL Certificates 🔗
Technical Infrastructure and Compatibility
The infrastructure established by Comodo over two decades remains operational under Sectigo® management, ensuring continuity for all existing SSL Certificate holders. This includes the global validation network, issuance systems, and support infrastructure that processes millions of SSL Certificate requests annually.
Browser and device compatibility established under Comodo transfers directly to Sectigo® products, maintaining the same 99.9% ubiquity across all major platforms. This ensures websites secured with former Comodo SSL Certificates continue functioning without interruption.
The validation procedures and security standards developed by Comodo remain unchanged, providing consistent quality and reliability for businesses transitioning to Sectigo® branded SSL Certificates. Read About Validation Standards 🔗
Finding Your Comodo Products Today
Customers familiar with specific Comodo SSL Certificate products can easily find their equivalent Sectigo® versions through Trustico® comprehensive product catalog. We maintain detailed product mappings to help customers identify the right SSL Certificate based on their previous Comodo experience.
For businesses with existing Comodo SSL Certificates approaching renewal, the process remains straightforward with new SSL Certificates simply displaying Sectigo® branding while maintaining all technical specifications and warranty coverage. The renewal process requires no technical changes to your server configuration. Learn About SSL Certificate Renewals 🔗
The Future of Former Comodo Products
Under Sectigo® leadership, the former Comodo SSL Certificate products continue evolving with new features, enhanced automation, and improved validation processes. The investment in technology and infrastructure ensures these products remain at the forefront of digital security.
New developments include advanced ACME protocol support for automated SSL Certificate management, expanded IoT device security, and enhanced enterprise PKI solutions that build upon the foundation established by Comodo. These innovations provide additional value while maintaining backward compatibility.
