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Abstract

Systems and methods of the present invention allow for issuing a secure certificate using improved methods in verifying a Subscriber. In a sample embodiment, a Registering Entity maintains a database with reputation data that can be accessed by a Certification Authority. The Registering Entity may update reputation data based on a variety of events related to the domain name. The reputation data may be tracked on the domain name, URLs, domain name purchaser or registrant, and/or email addresses associated with the domain name. The reputation data may include various categories, such as email practices, website content, privacy policies and practices, fraudulent activities, domain name related complaints, overall reputation, etc. The Certification Authority may decide whether to issue or deny a secure certificate based on the reputation associated with the Subscriber's domain name. Also, the reputation associated with the Subscriber's domain name may serve as a factor for determining the level of verification needed for a particular Subscriber. Alternatively, the level of verification may depend on a registration date of a domain name. Further, the level of verification may depend on a transfer date, renewal date, last update date, etc.

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