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47-Day Certificates: Why Automation Can't Wait

SSL certificate validity periods are shrinking dramatically, with certificate lifespans expected to reach just 47 days by 2029. While shorter lifespans improve security by reducing the risk associated with compromised certificates, they also make manual certificate management increasingly difficult and prone to errors. This blog explains the upcoming changes, outlines the challenges organizations may face as renewal frequency increases, and demonstrates why automated certificate management solutions such as ACME and REST APIs are essential for maintaining security, preventing outages, and ensuring business continuity in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.