Every time you log into an app, make a payment, or connect to your company network, something important happens behind the scenes — digital certificates quietly make sure every connection is safe and trusted.
But here’s the catch: if just one of those certificates expires, everything can grind to a halt. Websites stop working, customers can’t log in, and your business loses credibility — all because of a single missed renewal.
As your organization grows, so do the number of certificates you need to manage across apps, servers, and devices. Tracking them manually with spreadsheets or reminders might work at first, but it quickly becomes a major risk. One small oversight can lead to downtime, security issues, and a lot of unnecessary stress.
That’s where Entrust PKI REST API makes a real difference. It takes the manual work out of the equation by automating every stage of certificate management — from creation to renewal — keeping your systems secure, up-to-date, and running smoothly at all times.
What Is Entrust PKI REST API and How It Simplifies Certificate Management
At its core, the Entrust PKI REST API — also known as the Certificate Authority Gateway — is designed to simplify how organizations manage their digital certificates.
It provides a single, centralized interface to manage certificates across your entire infrastructure — whether they come from Entrust or another Certificate Authority (CA). From issuance and renewal to revocation and reporting, everything is automated and connected.
The best part? It’s built for flexibility. Whether your environment is on-premises, in the cloud, or hybrid, Entrust PKI REST API adapts effortlessly. It’s a modern, RESTful solution built for today’s connected, fast-moving organizations.
Key Features and Benefits of Entrust PKI REST API
1. End-to-End Certificate Lifecycle Automation
Forget chasing expiration dates or manual renewals. Entrust PKI REST API automates every step of the process — issuance, renewal, and revocation — helping you reduce certificate downtime, prevent outages, and improve reliability (with certificate lifecycle management).
2. Unified Control Across Cloud, On-Prem, and Hybrid Systems
Whether your certificates live in servers, containers, or multi-cloud environments, the API provides one centralized certificate management control to handle everything seamlessly.
3. Developer-Friendly and Easy to Integrate
Because it’s REST-based, developers can integrate it into existing workflows using any language. No bulky SDKs — just lightweight REST calls, API-first integration that fits into your existing systems.
4. Scalable for Modern Enterprise Needs
From securing thousands of IoT devices to supporting DevSecOps pipelines, Entrust PKI REST API grows with your organization and adapts to any scale.
5. Built-In Compliance and Trust Enforcement
Automation doesn’t mean losing oversight. Every certificate is issued and renewed according to your organization’s trust policies and industry compliance — automatically and consistently.
Why Organizations Trust Entrust
Here’s why enterprises around the world rely on Entrust PKI REST API:
- Trusted Expertise: Backed by Entrust’s industry-leading PKI expertise and digital security.
- CA-agnostic architecture: Works across managed PKI, on-prem, hybrid, and even third-party CAs.
- Fast Integration: RESTful architecture allows for rapid deployment with minimal friction.
- Future-Proof PKI: ongoing innovations keep you aligned with evolving security standards.
- Enterprise-Grade Reliability: Trusted by governments, banks, and global corporations managing millions of certificates.
It’s not just about simplifying certificates — it’s about building digital trust at the foundation of every secure interaction.
Take Control of Digital Trust
With Entrust PKI REST API, you get both: full visibility, complete automation, and confidence that every certificate in your organization is secure and compliant.
No more surprises. No more downtime. Just seamless, trusted connections that keep your business running smoothly.
Because when your business depends on trust, you can’t afford to leave control to chance.
👉 Discover how Entrust PKI REST API can help you take command of your digital trust — from issuance to renewal, and everything in between.
