How to create a digital certificate on Windows 10

Larry Williamson 5 Reputation points
2025-06-10T19:54:54.7466667+00:00

How do I create a digital certificate on Windows 10

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  1. Michelle-N 230 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-06-11T03:06:34.1066667+00:00

    Hi @Larry Williamson

    Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Q&A forum 

    As I understand it, you're looking for a way to create a self-signed digital certificate on your Windows machine. As a Microsoft 365 moderator, I don't have the developer-level permissions or resources to perform a deep investigation into this issue. However, I have gathered the following official documents that will guide you through creating a digital certificate. Please refer to these resources: 

    Obtain a digital certificate and create a digital signature - Microsoft Support 

    New-SelfSignedCertificate (pki) | Microsoft Learn 

    How to View Your New Certificate: Open Control Panel > Search Internet Options > Content tab > Certificates > Personal tabUser's image

    If your certificate is not visible, you may need to open Window + R > run mmc.exe > File > Add/Remove Snap-in > Add Certificates to selected snap-ins > Finish. When prompted, be sure to select Computer account for the Local computer. You can then navigate to the Console Root > Certificates (Local Computer) folder to find it.  

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    Please specify again your request if I understand this wrong and I will provide you the assistance later.  


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