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Governments, Universities, and Non-Profit OrganizationsIn order to issue an SSL certificate, GeoTrust will need to verify that your organization has proof of right to use your organization or department name. Once you order has been placed, please fax a similar letter to the one that is listed below on official letterhead to (858) 300-5306. ***** BEGIN SAMPLE LETTER ******* [Department Letterhead] To Geotrust Inc.: I, [Individual], [position], am confirming that the name [Department name] is a legal entity and has full proof of right to do business under this name. I am also confirming that our Organization is operating as a Government/University/Non-Profit entity. Signed by: Department Head Contact Information ***** END SAMPLE LETTER ******* If you need help understanding what is required for proof-of-organization we'd be happy to help you, please contact us. |
Required Docs FAQQ: Do I have to fax all those items? A: No, just what's relevant to your business or organization's legal entity type. For example, if your business is a corporation you should fax in your registered Articles of Incorporation. Q: What's the fax number? A: please fax your Proof-of-Organization docs to (858) 300-5306. Q: Do I have to have a Dunn & Bradstreet number? A: No, it's not required, but if you have one it can make the vetting process go faster. Q: When should I fax my documentation? A: You should fax your documentation after you have placed an online order and have an order ID. At the end of the online order process you will be presented with very specific instructions on what to fax and where. Q: Do I have to fax my documents again for renewals? A: In most cases no, you don't need to re-fax your documents for renewal orders unless something about your business or organization has changed since the last time you submitted your documents, such as an address or name change. Q: My company has recently been vetted for another True BusinessID certificate, do I have to fax my documents again? A: No. As long as the legal name of the company is exactly the same you don't need to send your docs in again. Q: My WHOIS info has old info, how can I change it? A: In most cases you can update your domain's WHOIS info by logging in to your account at your domain registrar. |