SSL.com Expands Reach Through Acquisition of VikingCloud's Assets
Agreement expands SSL.com's customer base while supporting certificate users with continuity and enhanced service capabilities.
HOUSTON / SSL.com, a globally trusted Certification Authority, announced today that it has acquired the digital certificate customer portfolio from VikingCloud, a leading cybersecurity and compliance company.
"This acquisition brings a valued group of certificate users into the SSL.com global community," said Leo Grove, Founder and CEO of SSL.com. "Our organization has built its reputation on reliable certificate security, responsive technical assistance, and strong customer relationships. We have the infrastructure, expertise, and dedicated team in place to ensure these customers experience a smooth transition while receiving the high-quality service SSL.com is known for."
Certificate holders currently with VikingCloud will receive detailed transition guidance to activate their SSL.com accounts and move their certificate management to the new platform. The transition plan prioritizes uninterrupted service, giving customers easy access to SSL.com’s technical infrastructure, 24/7 support resources, and comprehensive certificate management tools.
Strengthening Services for Certificate Holders
The transaction is part of VikingCloud's broader strategy to concentrate investment in its core cybersecurity and compliance offerings, including its recently announced Compliance and Validation Exemption Program (C-VEP), the first cybersecurity alternative to PCI DSS compliance for small and medium-sized businesses.
Grove emphasized, "Growing our customer community has always been central to SSL.com's vision. This acquisition reinforces our commitment to stability, reliability, and innovation in the digital certificate ecosystem while allowing us to serve an expanded base of organizations that depend on trusted certificate services."
A Commitment to Quality Service
Customers making the transition from VikingCloud will benefit from SSL.com’s advanced technical capabilities and dedicated customer service. These enhancements aim to facilitate effortless migration and ongoing support, reinforcing SSL.com’s mission to provide seamless and secure digital certificate solutions.
As part of this acquisition, SSL.com will guarantee that all current users of VikingCloud certificates are equipped with the necessary tools and resources to create new SSL.com accounts. This preemptive strategy ensures there is no disruption in certificate service or management, showcasing SSL.com’s dedication to customer satisfaction.
About SSL.com
Founded in 2002, SSL.com is a globally trusted certificate authority providing digital certificates and PKI solutions to secure online communications, applications, and digital content. The company serves individuals, enterprises, and organizations across over 180 countries with comprehensive certificate services, including SSL/TLS, code signing, email security, and document signing certificates. SSL.com maintains WebTrust audit compliance and participates as a full voting member of the CA/Browser Forum.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, SSL.com can be reached at Sales: 877-SSL-Secure (877-775-7328). They are committed to supporting their valued customers during this transition and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does SSL.com’s acquisition of VikingCloud entail?
The acquisition involves SSL.com taking over the customer base of VikingCloud’s digital certificates, enhancing service delivery for those users.
2. How will the transition affect current VikingCloud users?
Current users will receive guidance to integrate their accounts with SSL.com, ensuring a smooth transition with ongoing support.
3. What benefits can users expect from SSL.com?
Users can expect enhanced security features, dedicated customer support, and reliable certificate management tools.
4. Why did VikingCloud decide to sell its digital certificate business?
VikingCloud aims to focus on its primary cybersecurity investments and innovate in compliance services.
5. When did the acquisition take place?
The acquisition was announced recently and is effective immediately for certificate management transition.
