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We can handle the transfer for you. All we need is your confirmation.

Renewal — €7 per year (excluding VAT).
A simple fixed price with no hidden fees.

Important:
If your domain has already been renewed for several years, that period remains unchanged.
When transferring a domain, the paid registration period does not disappear and no immediate renewal is required.

For example, if the domain is paid until 2029, it will remain valid until 2029 after the transfer.

Why move your domain to the same provider as your hosting

When the domain and hosting are managed by the same provider, many technical tasks become simpler and faster:

• DNS changes can be made immediately without accessing external control panels
• moving a website to another server can be done without additional actions from the client
• in most cases there is no need to request access or confirmations from another registrar

In the coming months we will continue upgrading our infrastructure and migrating client accounts to new servers. If the domain is managed by us, such work can usually be completed faster and without needing to involve the website owner.

How to transfer a domain

1. Request the EPP code from your current registrar
2. Fill in the transfer form and confirm the request:
https://my.core.hosting/cart.php?a=add&domain=transfer

Alternatively

If you prefer not to handle the transfer yourself, simply send us the name of your .EE domain. We will prepare the transfer and let you know what needs to be confirmed.

The changes were approved by the CA/Browser Forum, an industry organization that defines security standards for certificate authorities and browser developers.

In practice, this means that the validity period of SSL certificates will gradually become shorter and certificates will need to be renewed more frequently.

Let’s look at what exactly is changing and whether website owners need to take any action.

If your website does not yet use SSL, you can use a free Let’s Encrypt certificate or a commercial certificate with extended validation. More information about available options can be found on the SSL certificates page.

What will change?

The main change concerns the maximum validity period of SSL certificates.

The transition will happen gradually:

As a result, the industry will gradually move from annual certificates to certificates that are valid only for a few weeks.

The reuse period for domain validation will also be shortened. This means certificate authorities will verify domain ownership more frequently.

Why is the SSL validity period being reduced?

The main reason is improving internet security.

The longer a certificate remains valid, the more time attackers have if a private key is compromised or a configuration error occurs. Shorter validity periods allow potentially vulnerable certificates to be replaced faster.

There are also other reasons:

• faster transition to new cryptographic algorithms
• more frequent domain ownership verification
• preparing infrastructure for future security standards

Will SSL certificates need to be purchased more often?

No. Shorter certificate lifetimes do not mean higher costs.

Commercial certificate authorities already use a subscription model. This means a certificate can be purchased for 1 or 2 years, while it may be reissued several times during that period at no additional cost.

For example:

• a certificate is purchased for one year
• the first certificate is valid for about 200 days
• a new certificate is then issued for the remaining period

This process is called reissue and is a standard practice.

What does this mean for website owners?

The main practical change is that certificates will need to be renewed more often.

Approximate renewal frequency:

• in 2026 — about two renewals per year
• in 2027 — three or four renewals
• after 2029 — renewals may happen every few weeks

If SSL certificates are installed manually, the risk of forgetting to renew them will increase.

Why automatic SSL renewal is becoming the standard

Modern web infrastructure increasingly relies on automation.

If a certificate expires, browsers begin displaying security warnings. This can lead to loss of visitors and reduced trust in the website.

For this reason, most hosting platforms now use automated SSL management.

For example, free Let’s Encrypt certificates can automatically:

• be issued
• be installed on the server
• be renewed before expiration

On web hosting plans, these certificates are usually enabled through the control panel and renewed automatically.

Do hosting clients need to do anything?

In most cases, no.

If you are using a free Let’s Encrypt SSL certificate through the hosting control panel, it will be issued and renewed automatically without any action from the website owner.

Commercial SSL certificates (for example, OV or EV) usually require manual installation and periodic reissuance. Their validity period will also be shortened according to the new industry rules.

When should you pay attention?

You should check your SSL configuration if:

• the certificate is installed manually on the server
• commercial OV or EV certificates are used
• certificates are managed within corporate infrastructure

In these cases it is recommended to configure automatic certificate renewal in advance.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the SSL validity period being shortened?

The goal is to improve security. Shorter certificates reduce risks if a key is compromised or cryptographic algorithms become outdated.

Will I need to pay for SSL more often?

No. Commercial certificates are usually purchased for one or two years and may be reissued multiple times within that period without additional cost.

What happens if an SSL certificate expires?

Browsers will display a security warning. Visitors may not open the website and search engines may reduce trust in the site.

Do hosting users need to take any action?

If you are using a free Let’s Encrypt SSL certificate through the hosting control panel, it is renewed automatically and requires no action.

Summary

Starting in March 2026, the maximum validity period of SSL certificates will be reduced to 200 days. In the future the validity period will become even shorter.

This is part of a global shift toward more frequent certificate renewal and automated security management.

For most website owners these changes will be almost invisible, especially if SSL certificates are managed through the hosting control panel.

Need an SSL certificate for your website?

Our hosting allows you to use free Let’s Encrypt certificates with automatic renewal as well as commercial certificates for projects that require extended validation.

View available SSL certificates

You can find the current versions of our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and all related documents at: https://core.hosting/legal/

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at info@core.hosting.

Why GetVPS.eu?

The goal of GetVPS.eu is to make VPS hosting simple and flexible. Each package can be adjusted — clients can start with a base configuration and then scale CPU, memory, or storage as their projects grow.

Like all Core Hosting services, this platform is built on a reliable infrastructure focused on performance, security, and stability.

More than just VPS

Virtual servers are only one part of Core Hosting’s ecosystem. Our goal is to provide a complete set of tools to support companies in building a strong online presence.

Our service portfolio includes:

Domains – the foundation of your online identity

Web Hosting – fast and reliable hosting for websites and e-shops

VPS – more control and performance for developers and advanced users

Managed VPS – full performance without administrative overhead

Dedicated Servers – exclusive hardware for high-demand projects

Colocation – secure data center space for your own equipment

SSL Certificates – data protection and improved online trust

All services work together to provide a stable, secure, and scalable IT infrastructure for your business.

Who is it for?

GetVPS.eu is ideal for those looking for reliable, locally hosted VPS solutions in Estonia — developers, agencies, startups, and growing companies that value performance and stability.

How to get started

Visit GetVPS.eu, choose the VPS plan that fits your needs, and order it online.
Each package can be adjusted — you can modify CPU, memory, or storage before completing your order.

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