Certificate Signing Request File
General Information
| Title | CSR File Extension |
| Extension | .certsigningrequest |
| Full Form | Certificate Signing Request File |
| File Type | Security Certificate Request File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/pkcs10 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store request data |
| Additional Functions | Initiate certificate issuance |
| Features | Encoded, Contains public key |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Standard format |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| SSL/TLS Certificate | Yes |
| Secure Email | Yes |
| Code Signing | Yes |
| Device Authentication | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | None if managed correctly |
| Best Practices | Keep private key secure, Validate CSR details |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by software |
| Latest Version | Dependent on standards, PKCS #10 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pem, .key, .crt, .p12 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Apple Keychain Access |
Free | macOS |
 OpenSSL |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD, Solaris |
 Microsoft Management Console |
Included with OS | Windows |