Differences Between Private IP Certificates and Public IP Certificates
IP SSL certificates enable HTTPS encrypted connections for access via IP addresses. They are categorized into private IP certificates and public IP certificates based on the type of IP they apply to. The differences between the two are as follows:
| Certificate Type | Private IP Certificate | Public IP Certificate |
|---|---|---|
| Validation Method | No validation | DV type: Validates IP ownership OV type: Validates IP ownership and business information |
| Trust Scope | Internal trust only | Globally recognized and widely trusted |
| Installation Difficulty | Complex | Simple |
| Supported Certificate Authorities (CA) | sslTrus, CFCA | sslTrus, Sectigo, Digicert, Geotrust, GlobalSign, etc. |
| Application Scenarios | Used for internal networks or testing environments | Used for publicly accessible IP address websites, applications, APIs, etc. |