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Nick France
CTO of SSL at Sectigo
As CTO of SSL, Nick France is responsible for the technology and practices necessary to operate Sectigo’s global Certificate Authority (CA) and related services. Nick previously served for more than 15 years as Sectigo’s Technical Security Officer. He is based in Sectigo’s UK office.
Nick France oversees the intricate technological infrastructure and methodologies essential for the seamless operation of Sectigo. With over 15 years of dedicated service as Sectigo's Technical Security Officer, Nick has gained expertise in navigating the complex landscape of cybersecurity and digital certificate management. He brings a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment to upholding the highest standards of security and performance in every facet of SSL operations.
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Webinars UpcomingWhy 47-day certificate lifespans demand smarter investment
As digital certificate lifespans shrink to just 47 days, the urgency to automate isn’t just a security concern—it’s a financial one. Join our upcoming webinar to uncover the true cost of manual certificate management and see how automation can deliver real, measurable ROI. We’ll show you how to use the Sectigo ROI calculator, helping you quantify savings in time, labor, and downtime risk. Whether you're building a business case or looking to justify investment, this session will equip you with the insights and tools you need to make smarter, faster decisions.
- The true costs of manual certificate management
- The ROI of automation: What changes when you automate
- How to quantify your ROI with Sectigo’s ROI calculator
- Making the case: How to build the business argument to align with your IT, security, and executive priorities
- Taking action in time for 47 days
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Webinars May 14, 2025Countdown to 47 days: Step-by-step plan to avoid certificate chaos
The countdown has begun—certificate lifespans are shrinking to just 47 days, and organizations that aren't prepared risk costly outages, security gaps, and operational chaos. Join our expert-led webinar, The Countdown to 47 Days, to learn exactly what you need to do—and when—to stay ahead of the shift. We'll walk you through a step-by-step timeline from now to March 2026, showing you how to inventory your certificates, evaluate automation solutions, compare vendors, and implement with confidence. Whether you're just getting started or already behind, this session will help you build a practical, deadline-ready action plan.
- What’s happening with certificate lifespans and why 47 days changes everything
- August 2025: Know your inventory
- Fall 2025: Evaluate your automation needs
- Winter 2025: Comparing vendors and plan implementation
- Spring 2026: Testing, training, and transitioning
- March 2026 and beyond: The first step down and staying ahead of the curve
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Webinars Apr 23, 202547-day revolution: What shorter certificate lifespans mean for you
47-day certs are coming. Learn how to prepare in our webinar: discovery, automation, rollout, and crypto-agility.
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Webinars Mar 18, 2025Q1 2025 Pulse Webinar
Join us for our quarterly Pulse webinar, where we cover the latest product and compliance news and how these events might impact you and your business.
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DV vs OV vs EV SSL certificates
Blog Post from Sectigo
Blog Posts Nov 05, 2024DV, OV, and EV SSL certificates offer varying security levels. EV is ideal for sensitive data, OV suits small businesses, and DV provides basic encryption.
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Webinars Oct 31, 2024Q4 2024 Pulse Webinar
Join us for our quarterly Sectigo Pulse webinar, where we cover the latest product and compliance news and how these events might impact your business.
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Apple’s 47-Day SSL certificate proposal: What to expect
Blog Post from Sectigo
Blog Posts Oct 29, 2024Digital certificate lifespans are set to shrink, with Apple proposing just 47 days by 2029, enhancing security but increasing IT challenges.
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The risks & impacts of SSL certificate outages
Blog Post from Sectigo
Blog Posts Sep 17, 2024Expired SSL certificates risk security, downtime, lost trust, and financial loss; strong renewal processes are essential.
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Webinars Jul 16, 2024Entrust distrusted
It’s been a turbulent few weeks for Entrust customers, following the Google announcement to revoke trust in all of Entrust’s issued public SSL certs.