What Does Reissue Certificate Mean

An SSL reissue means that your existing certificate is replaced by a new one. This process is free of charge. A reissued SSL certificate is only valid till the actual expiration date of the original certificate.

What is certificate reissue?

The certificate reissue process allows you to modify an issued certificate. Some modifications allow you to build upon the original certificate, resulting in two or more versions of that certificate. For example, when reissuing a certificate, you can add domains to the original certificate.

What happens when you're key a certificate?

Rekeying a certificate generates a new key and certificate with the same name and expiration date as a previously-purchased certificate. Rekeys are free, and can be used if a key has been lost or compromised.