Actalis Free SSL plan

Actalis is a European Certification Authority and member of the CAB Forum. Its Free plan is a no-commitment option for Domain Validation certificates.

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Actalis Free SSL plan is a security, legal and HR perk from Actalis, offering free DV SSL, unlimited via ACME, with no funding required.

Value
Free
Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free plan

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What you get

Inside Actalis Free SSL plan

Actalis's Free plan is a no-commitment SSL option with a standard warranty. With automatic ACME activation it gives unlimited 90-day Domain Validation certificates. Without ACME, manual activation provides four 90-day certificates that can be renewed quarterly for a full year. Its paid Bronze plan is $7.79 plus VAT a month when billed yearly, on the US dollar price list.

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Certificates are valid for 90 days.
Other requirements
The free certificates are Domain Validation certificates, and unlimited issuance needs automatic ACME activation.
How to claim

How to apply for Actalis Free SSL plan

What to have ready
  • A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
Steps to apply
  1. 1Create an Actalis account, choose the Free plan on the subscription page, and activate ACME for automatic issuance.
Good to know: Plans read on actalis.com on October 28, 2026.
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Questions

Actalis Free SSL plan: common questions

What do you get with Actalis Free SSL plan?

Actalis Free SSL plan offers free DV SSL, unlimited via ACME.

Who qualifies for Actalis Free SSL plan?

Actalis Free SSL plan is open to any startup, with no funding required. The free certificates are Domain Validation certificates, and unlimited issuance needs automatic ACME activation.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Actalis Free SSL plan?

No. Actalis Free SSL plan is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Actalis Free SSL plan?

Create an Actalis account, choose the Free plan on the subscription page, and activate ACME for automatic issuance.

How long do I have to use Actalis Free SSL plan, and does it expire?

Certificates are valid for 90 days.

Is Actalis Free SSL plan available outside the US?

Actalis Free SSL plan is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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