Code Signing for Microsoft Developers

Symantec is the leading provider of Code Signing services for developers and software publishers who create applications for Microsoft platforms or participate in Microsoft Windows® Logo programs. Additionally, Microsoft has recently teamed up with Symantec to ensure best-of-breed online security solution for Microsoft Azure cloud environment customers and partners. Whether you develop for Microsoft Windows, Microsoft® Office, Windows Mobile® or all three, Symantec has the code signing services to ensure seamless access for users and for Microsoft certification.

For Microsoft Desktop Developers

When Internet Explorer®, Exchange, Outlook®, or other Microsoft programs encounter unsigned executables, a security warning disrupts the user or content simply fails to load. To prevent disruption, publishers who use ActiveX® controls, plug-ins and other executables should sign their code using Authenticode Technology and a Symantec Code Signing Certificate for Microsoft® Authenticode®.

For Microsoft VBA Developers

When Microsoft Office and other programs encounter VBA macros, the programs look for a digital signature from a trusted source. Depending on the software version and individual security settings, the program may interrupt the user with a security warning or simply fail to load the macro. To prevent disruption, publishers who use add-ins, macros, and other executables should sign their code using a Symantec Code Signing Certificate for Microsoft Office and VBA.

For Windows Mobile Developers

On a wireless network, there is zero tolerance for malware. Providers recommend or even mandate that mobile applications are signed with a Code Signing certificate issued by a trusted Certificate Authority (CA). As the premier provider for Microsoft App Hub service for Windows Phone and XBOX 360, Symantec Code Signing certificates protect Windows Phone applications downloaded from the Windows Marketplace. With a Symantec Code Signing certificate, application developers can easily expand distribution of their mobile and gaming applications for Windows Phone and XBOX 360.

Microsoft Windows Logo Programs

Showing that your applications work with Microsoft Windows helps raise visibility and increase distribution for your programs. Qualified participants are listed in Microsoft program directories and have access to Microsoft Windows Logos for marketing materials.