We’re proud to share a major milestone in our journey to build sovereign digital trust infrastructure — Aretiico is now WebTrust accredited, becoming the first sovereign Certificate Authority (CA) based in the UK to achieve this globally recognised standard.
What Is WebTrust — and Why It Matters
WebTrust is a globally recognised audit developed by CPA Canada and the AICPA. It evaluates whether a Certificate Authority follows best practices in:
- Security
- Identity validation
- Certificate lifecycle management
- Governance and transparency
In short, it proves a CA can be trusted to help keep the internet secure.
A Foundation of Sovereignty and Security
Aretiico was founded on a simple but powerful principle: that digital trust must be both secure and self-governed.
Our infrastructure is designed for a connected future — independently operated, fully audited, and recognised by all major browsers and platforms. Our certificates support secure data flow, authenticated identity, and privacy protection across critical digital services.
What WebTrust Accreditation Confirms
To achieve WebTrust status, Aretiico underwent rigorous third-party audits, validating our alignment with key industry standards — including the CA/Browser Forum Baseline Requirements and Network Security guidelines.
Each WebTrust seal we carry demonstrates our commitment to trust at the root of the internet.
What Each Seal Means
🔐 WebTrust for Certification Authorities (CAs)
Confirms Aretiico’s adherence to global standards for certificate issuance, key management, and governance. Our practices are transparent, secure, and fully compliant.
🔐 WebTrust for CAs: Network Security
Verifies that our infrastructure is protected against unauthorised access, with network and system controls aligned to CA/Browser Forum expectations.
🔐 WebTrust for CAs: SSL Baseline Requirements
Confirms compliance with the SSL/TLS Baseline Requirements — including identity checks, certificate lifecycle practices, and revocation procedures.
Why Sovereignty Matters
While WebTrust accreditation is essential for any CA, Aretiico’s sovereign model adds an extra layer of control and assurance.
It reduces reliance on external entities that may introduce jurisdictional or operational risks — giving governments, enterprises, and service providers a trusted path to digital independence.
Choosing a WebTrust-backed CA is essential for digital trust. Choosing a sovereign one? That’s the future.
About Aretiico
Aretiico helps organisations deploy secure, sovereign cryptographic infrastructure. By enabling full control over the root-of-trust while remaining fully compliant with international standards, Aretiico is shaping the next era of digital trust — rooted in sovereignty, security, and interoperability.
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