The scope of a certificate record is defined by the company and websites identified within that entry. Visitors should review the entire record rather than interpret a status label or seal in isolation.
Website coverage
The main website and any explicitly registered alternative domains are associated with the same record. An unlisted subdomain, a new address with similar branding or a third-party redirect should not be assumed to be included. The exact address being visited must be checked.
Understanding status
- Active: the record is currently presented as active within its recorded dates.
- Suspended: the record is temporarily presented as suspended.
- Revoked: the record is presented as revoked.
- Expired: the recorded validity date has passed.
Draft records are not published. If a record has no fixed expiry date, this is stated on the verification page; it should not be interpreted as a guarantee of indefinite coverage.
Dates and references
The certificate number identifies a particular record. The issue date and, where recorded, the validity end date provide additional context. A visitor should check that these details agree with the website and operator information being presented.
Questions about scope
Contact the team when a domain does not match, an operator name differs or status information appears inconsistent. Include the address and certificate reference without assuming that a copied seal or historical screenshot represents the current record.