Code Signing

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Code signing is the method of using a certificate-based digital signature to sign executables and scripts. This method verifies the author’s identity and ensures that the code has not been changed or corrupted since the author signed it. This helps users and other software determine whether the executable or script can be trusted.

SPIDER codesigns its programs (i.e., installer program, Add-ins, VBA macros, spreadsheet examples, etc.) offered on the website regardless of their release status (e.g., Beta, General release, etc.). Our digital code signing certificates are issued by GlobalSign, a Certificate Authority (CA).