Company Overview
GlobalSign was founded in 1996 by Digital Signature Trust and is now a subsidiary of GMO Internet Group (Japan). It is one of the oldest certificate authorities (CAs) and PKI solutions providers in the world. GlobalSign operates with headquarters in Boston, MA (USA) , Cambridge (UK) , and Tokyo, Japan (GMO Group HQ), giving it a truly global presence across North America, Europe, and Asia.
As a key member of the GMO Internet Group, GlobalSign leverages the group's substantial resources to deliver trusted digital certificate and identity security services worldwide.
Related providers:
- 🔒 GlobalSign Services
- 🔧 GlobalSign SSL Certificates
Product Portfolio
| Product Category | Product Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| SSL/TLS Certificates | GlobalSign SSL/TLS | Supports DV/OV/EV validation levels for websites and enterprise applications |
| Code Signing | GlobalSign Code Signing | Digital signatures for software and drivers, supporting standard and EV code signing |
| PKI Platform | GlobalSign PKI Platform | Enterprise PKI platform for custom CA setup and automated certificate management |
| Document Signing | GlobalSign Document Signing | Digital signature services for PDF and other electronic documents |
| IoT/IoMT Security | GlobalSign IoT/IoMT | Identity authentication and secure communication for IoT and medical IoT devices |
| SSL Management | GlobalSign Atlas | Centralized SSL certificate management platform for automated discovery and renewal |
| Partner Program | GlobalSign Partner Program | Channel partner program for CA service resale and integration |
Market Position
As a global CA under the GMO Internet Group, GlobalSign holds a unique position in enterprise PKI and IoT security. Its main competitors include:
| Competitor | Headquarters | Core Strength |
|---|---|---|
| DigiCert | Lehi, UT, USA | Enterprise SSL/PKI, leader in high-end certificates |
| Sectigo | Roseland, NJ, USA | Low-cost SSL certificates, large market share |
| Entrust | Minneapolis, MN, USA | Enterprise encryption and digital security |
| Let's Encrypt | California, USA | Free automated SSL certificates |
| SSL.com | Houston, TX, USA | Affordable SSL/TLS and code signing |
| Certum | Gdańsk, Poland | Leading European CA, eIDAS compliant signatures |
Core Strengths
🌐 Global Presence: Operations centers in North America, Europe, and Asia serving customers worldwide
🏢 GMO Group Backing: Backed by Japan's GMO Internet Group with strong resources and brand credibility
📜 Long-standing History: Serving global customers since 1996 with deep industry expertise
🔗 End-to-End PKI: From SSL/TLS to IoT/IoMT, delivering comprehensive identity security solutions
