Choose the right DigiCert Code Signing solution
Compare standard Code Signing, EV Code Signing, and KeyLocker cloud signing in one place. Review published prices, key protection options, and the differences that matter before choosing a product for your software release process.
Compare DigiCert code signing products
DigiCert’s standard and EV offerings describe certificate validation options. KeyLocker describes a cloud based signing and key protection service that can be used with supported certificate configurations. Compare both the certificate type and the way your team will sign software.
DigiCert Code Signing Certificate
For software publishers that need to sign applications and installers and can meet organization validation and private key protection requirements.
- Organization validation
- Use with a compliant customer supplied token or HSM
- Suitable for supported software signing workflows
DigiCert EV Code Signing Certificate
For organizations that require EV validation or have a software signing workflow with specific EV requirements.
- Extended Validation of the organization
- Hardware backed private key protection
- Check platform and driver signing requirements before ordering
DigiCert KeyLocker Code Signing
For teams that want managed cloud key storage and signing for supported developer tools and release automation.
- Cloud based signing and key storage
- Compatible command line and automation workflows
- Published signature allowance applies
Prices shown are the published USD prices in the supplied research for 12 month auto renewing subscriptions. Pricing and availability can change. Confirm the current configuration and quote with DigiCert before purchasing.
Need an EV certificate for your release workflow?
Review the EV Code Signing product details and confirm the validation and key protection requirements for your organization.
DigiCert Code Signing price comparison
The product name alone does not tell the full cost. Hardware provisioning and cloud signing affect the price, so compare the configuration that matches how your team will protect and use its signing key.
| Product configuration | Published annual price | Key storage or signing option | Consider it when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Code Signing | $696 | Your compliant token or HSM | You already manage suitable key protection. |
| Standard Code Signing with supplied USB token | $840 | DigiCert supplied hardware token | You need a supplied hardware token. |
| EV Code Signing | $972 | Your compliant token or HSM | Your organization requires EV validation. |
| EV Code Signing with supplied USB token | $1,116 | DigiCert supplied hardware token | You need EV and a supplied token. |
| Standard Code Signing with KeyLocker | $996 | Cloud based key storage and signing | You want managed signing for supported workflows. |
| EV Code Signing with KeyLocker | $1,272 | EV certificate with cloud based signing | You need EV with cloud signing. |
Prices are in USD for 12 month auto renewing subscriptions as listed in the supplied research. Taxes, additional signature units, and other applicable charges may affect total cost. Check the official DigiCert comparison page for current pricing.
Comparing certificate options across providers?
Review the available certificate types and compare requirements before selecting a configuration for your software signing process.
What makes KeyLocker different?
KeyLocker is not a separate certificate validation level. It is a cloud based signing and key protection service. Standard and EV describe the certificate option; KeyLocker describes how the private key is stored and used during signing.
This distinction matters when comparing prices. A team may choose standard or EV validation and then select a supported key protection and signing method that fits its release process.
Read DigiCert KeyLocker licensing details ↗Estimate the cost of automated signing
DigiCert’s published KeyLocker licensing terms include an allowance of 1,000 signatures per certificate, with additional signature units available for purchase.
- Estimate how many binaries or artifacts each release signs.
- Multiply by your expected number of releases.
- Account for additional signature units if your volume exceeds the included allowance.
- Check current signer assignment rules and service terms.
Which DigiCert option should you choose?
Start with your validation requirements and release workflow. Then confirm the accepted key storage method and platform requirements before ordering.
Choose standard Code Signing
When organization validated code signing meets your requirements and your team can provide or manage a compliant token or HSM.
Choose EV Code Signing
When your organization requires Extended Validation or a supported signing workflow specifically calls for EV. EV does not guarantee every operating system warning will disappear.
Choose KeyLocker
When cloud based key storage and signing fit distributed teams or supported automated build and release workflows.
What can you sign with DigiCert?
Supported use depends on the certificate configuration, file format, platform rules, and signing tools. Check the specific workflow before purchase.
Windows applications
Sign compatible executables, DLLs, installers, and other supported files using Authenticode compatible tools.
Java software
Sign supported Java archives and software artifacts with compatible Java signing tools.
PowerShell scripts
Use an Authenticode compatible workflow to sign supported PowerShell scripts.
Build and release pipelines
Integrate signing into compatible command line, automation, and release environments.
Private key protection and certificate validity
The private key creates the signature, so its protection is a core part of the buying decision. Depending on the selected configuration and current requirements, DigiCert options include a hardware token, a customer supplied HSM, or KeyLocker cloud signing.
Confirm that the selected hardware or service meets DigiCert’s current requirements. Do not assume every token, HSM, or workflow is supported.
Know the current certificate validity limit
The supplied research states that public Code Signing and EV Code Signing certificates issued from February 24, 2026 have a maximum validity of 459 days. A multi year subscription is not the same as one certificate remaining valid for the full term.
Confirm issuance, replacement, renewal, and billing details with DigiCert before ordering.
Review DigiCert ordering requirements ↗DigiCert Code Signing FAQs
How much does a DigiCert Code Signing Certificate cost?
The supplied research lists standard Code Signing from $696 per year, EV Code Signing from $972 per year, and standard Code Signing with KeyLocker from $996 per year. Supplied USB token configurations and EV plus KeyLocker have different prices. Confirm the latest quote with DigiCert.
What is the difference between standard and EV Code Signing?
Standard Code Signing uses organization validation, while EV Code Signing applies Extended Validation requirements. Choose based on your organization's requirements and the signing workflow you need to support.
Is DigiCert KeyLocker a certificate?
KeyLocker is a cloud based key storage and signing service. A code signing certificate is still required and must be configured for supported use with the service.
Does KeyLocker include unlimited signatures?
No. The supplied research describes a defined signature allowance per certificate, with additional signature units available for purchase. Review the current licensing terms before estimating costs.
How long is a DigiCert Code Signing Certificate valid?
The supplied research states that public code signing and EV code signing certificates issued from February 24, 2026 have a maximum validity of 459 days. Certificate validity and subscription duration are different.
Does EV Code Signing eliminate SmartScreen warnings?
No certificate type guarantees that every warning will disappear. Operating system reputation and security systems use their own signals, so EV should not be treated as a guarantee of a particular warning or reputation outcome.
Can DigiCert Code Signing be used in CI/CD?
DigiCert supports signing integrations for compatible development and automation environments. The exact setup depends on the certificate configuration, key protection method, signing tools, and build system.
Ready to compare your DigiCert options?
Review current price, validation requirements, key storage method, and signing limits before choosing a product for your team.
This is an independent product comparison for research purposes. Prices and product terms may change. Verify current availability, configuration, validity, and charges with DigiCert before purchase.