Sectigo Doubles Enterprise Scale with Acquisition of Entrust's Certificate Business

Sectigo Doubles Enterprise Scale with Acquisition of Entrust's Certificate Business

By Michael Edwards

January 30, 2025 at 12:48 AM

Sectigo has acquired Entrust's public certificate business in a strategic move that doubles its enterprise operations and strengthens its position in digital security solutions. This acquisition expands Sectigo's capabilities in Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) and prepares businesses for upcoming challenges like shorter certificate lifespans and post-quantum cryptography.

Key Benefits of the Acquisition:

  • Enhanced CLM capabilities for a broader customer base
  • Seamless transition for existing Entrust customers
  • Strengthened quantum-readiness preparations
  • Expanded market presence with over 2,700 partners

"We are committed to providing exceptional support and service to Entrust public certificate customers and partners joining the Sectigo family," said Kevin Weiss, CEO at Sectigo. The company's cloud-native CLM solutions are specifically designed to address the industry's shift toward automation and increased security requirements.

Todd Wilkinson, President and CEO at Entrust, emphasized the importance of finding the right provider: "Sectigo's strong compliance record and extensive customer base made them the ideal choice for our customers."

Strategic Impact:

  • Expands Sectigo's total addressable market
  • Reinforces position as a trusted global digital security partner
  • Strengthens presence in the CLM market (projected to reach $8B by 2029)
  • Maintains leadership in CA/Browser Forum with five chair positions

The acquisition positions Sectigo for substantial growth in the rapidly expanding identity market while ensuring business continuity for existing customers and partners. Both companies are working together to ensure a smooth transition process.

For current customers and partners, Sectigo promises:

  • Uninterrupted business operations
  • Continued high-level service and support
  • Access to advanced CLM capabilities
  • Enhanced security solutions for future challenges

Terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.

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