Domain Validation (DV)

Domain Validation (DV) is a process used to verify that a person or organization requesting a digital certificate truly owns or controls a specific domain name (like example.com). This validation usually involves the certificate authority checking the requestor's email address, website files, or DNS records associated with the domain. Once confirmed, the authority issues a certificate that helps establish secure communication between users and the website. DV is a quick and cost-effective way to ensure a website's legitimacy, making it suitable for blogs and small sites that require basic security.