how do I renew a certificate website?

Question

I have a secured https website that I need to answer for a job, and it will not let me put in my information

Answer 1

I'm thinking you've been issued a security certificate by that website that's either been corrupted or has expired:

In Firefox, go to Tools -> Options -> Advanced. (possibly Edit -> Preferences -> Advanced, depending on what version you have). Go to the Encryption Tab and click on View Certificates. Click on the Web Sites tab and see if you've been issued a certificate from that website. Delete it, and then revisit the site. It should now issue you a new certificate.

In Internet Explorer 7, go to Tools -> Internet Options -> Content tab -> Certificates. Click on Other people and delete the certificate that website issued you and then revisit the site.

Answer 2

You need to contact the Webserver Administrator for that website (not necessarily the Webmaster).



Only the Webserver Administrator can apply for, and install the new certificate to get it working again.



Still, it's often possible to click through warnings on a website with an expired certificate. You'd be risking entering your information into a phishing website, that'd be a risk you'd have to evaluate for yourself.

Answer 3

renewing the certificate is something that that website is supposed to renew.. the certificate lets you know that this information isnt corrupt or hijacked by hackers. and can be trusted, because the certificate is signed by the internet certification authority (or verisign.,. a company appointed to do so)